Christopher Nolan discusses his latest film work and broader pop-culture influences during an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” In the interview, Nolan speaks about working with actor Tom Holland and praises Holland’s “incredible talent.” Nolan also talks about watching Anne Hathaway in “The Devil Wears Prada 2.”
A key part of the conversation focuses on Homer and “The Odyssey.” Nolan says the poem’s source material functions like an early superhero story, describing Homer’s work as the “Marvel of its day.” “The Odyssey” follows King Odysseus as he attempts to return home after the Trojan War, facing dangers and setbacks along the route. By drawing the comparison, Nolan frames Homer’s epic as an original popular narrative with larger-than-life exploits.
Across the coverage, both outlets attribute Nolan’s remarks to his Colbert interview and summarize his view that “The Odyssey” is structurally and thematically akin to modern superhero storytelling, while also highlighting his comments on Tom Holland and Anne Hathaway.
