Tom Holland Says Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Has Boosted His Confidence As An Actor

Hollywood actor Tom Holland has credited filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s upcoming epic ‘The Odyssey’ with giving him greater confidence and encouraging him to explore new opportunities in his acting career. The actor believes the experience of working on the Greek epic will influence the choices he makes in his future projects.

Holland attended a London screening of the film on Thursday, where he discussed the lessons he learned while working with Nolan. Asked about his biggest takeaway from the experience, the actor said, “I’d probably say it’s confidence and an ambition to see what else is out there for me”.

Speaking about his admiration for Nolan, Holland said he had followed the filmmaker’s work for years and considered the opportunity to collaborate with him a significant experience.

“I’ve been an admirer of Chris since I can remember, and to have the opportunity to work with him and to have his approval, and to sit in his house and watch his movie and to get a pat on the back, for me, just was like the perfect way for me to start whatever it is that I’m doing next,” he said.

Holland added that Nolan had given him a level of confidence he had not experienced before. He said he would approach his next project with a sense of achievement and renewed belief in his abilities.

The actor plays Telemachus, the son of Odysseus, in the film. He said he had learned considerably from his co-stars, including his wife Zendaya, and the crew.

Actor Robert Pattinson, who plays Antinous, also attended the London screening. He reflected on working with Nolan and his wife and producing partner, Emma Thomas, saying the couple make filmmaking look “effortless”.

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