The one where we review The Odyssey with special guest actor Andrei Lenart

This week is a monumental one for the show! We are tackling the cinematic event of the year: Christopher Nolan’s **The Odyssey** (2026). And, to make this episode even more special, we are joined by cast member **Andrei Lenart**! Directed by Christopher Nolan and shot entirely on IMAX 70mm film, *The Odyssey* isn't just a movie—it's a global experience. Starring Matt Damon as the war-weary Odysseus, the film charts his decade-long struggle to return to Ithaca after the Trojan War, weaving together his grueling sea voyage and the desperate situation back home with Penelope (Anne Hathaway) and Telemachus (Tom Holland).  **Fun Flix Fact:** This production makes history as the very first feature film to be shot completely on IMAX film, pushing the boundaries of what large-format cameras can capture—from the desolate shores of the Scottish Moray Firth to the sun-drenched landscapes of Sicily and the sands of Western Sahara. **Fun Flix Fact:** The film’s "Trojan Horse" sequence is a masterclass in production design, reimagined by Nolan as a towering, unsettling monument that draws inspiration from *Ozymandias* and *Planet of the Apes*, turning the ancient trick into a dark, visceral centerpiece of the film’s opening act. We are thrilled to welcome **Andrei Lenart** to the show! Having worked on projects ranging from *Kingsman: The Secret Service* to *Kill 'Em All 2*, Andrei brings an incredible physical intensity to the screen. We’ll be diving deep into what it’s actually like to work on a high-stakes, multi-country Nolan set. And if that’s not enough entertainment for you, we’ve even thrown in new trailers to watch and what you can catch on streaming.  **Hit that subscribe button** right now so you never miss an episode of **The Flixters!** We’re here every week to bring you the best reviews, the wildest facts, and the greatest cinema talk in the business.  00:00 Intro  01:43 Andre Lenart 04:17 Who is the Goatman 05:35 Avengers 07:59 Arnie/Secret Level 12:05 Starting Out 14:21 Voice Acting 15:14 Video Games 18:16 Working with Jean Claude Van Damme 24:24 Preparation 29:07 Movie News 35:06 New Trailers 45:25 The Odyssey Review 1:08:15 Outro This episode is proudly sponsored by Zencastr.  Create your podcast today! #madeonzencastr