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August 4, 2026

Nolan Brings Epic ‘The Odyssey’ to Seoul Ahead of Release

Director Christopher Nolan arrived in Seoul with stars Matt Damon and Charlize Theron to promote his new Homeric epic 'The Odyssey,' which opens in Korea in two days. At a press conference, the famously strict director joked with his cast about rarely giving compliments on set. Nolan emphasized that cinema should be a communal experience, encouraging audiences to enjoy the film together in theaters.
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Major Hollywood releases and premiere events in Seoul are great opportunities to catch blockbuster films and understand Korean cinema culture's global reach.
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