Actress Zendaya shared her experience working on Christopher Nolan’s film ‘The Odyssey’ and how she embodied the character of Athena by focusing on her human qualities and connection to Odysseus. Zendaya expressed her connection to the emotional aspect of the role, highlighting Athena as a reflection of Odysseus’ internal moral conflict. She described Athena as a source of tough love, guiding Odysseus through his journey and helping him confront his past decisions and their consequences.
Zendaya recalled her initial days on set, filming the sack of Troy in Morocco on an immersive set. Despite feeling nervous, she found the experience intense and almost dreamlike. The elaborate sets and attention to detail in costumes and props made her feel fully immersed in the world of Troy. Despite the cold and rainy conditions, Zendaya’s excitement and adrenaline kept her focused, to the point where she forgot about the weather.
‘The Odyssey’ is an epic fantasy action film written and directed by Christopher Nolan, featuring Matt Damon as Odysseus. The movie follows Odysseus’ challenging journey back home after the Trojan War, encountering mythical beings along the way in his quest to reunite with his wife, Penelope. The film is set to premiere globally in theaters on 17 July.
