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Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Adds ‘Sons of Anarchy’ Actor Ryan Hurst • Mar. 13, 2025, 1:31 PM ET (The Hollywood Reporter)
Matt Damon’s Role in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ Revealed With First-Look Photo • Feb. 18, 2025, 3:07 AM ET (The Hollywood Reporter)
Mia Goth Joins Matt Damon in Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ • Feb. 15, 2025, 12:38 AM ET (The Hollywood Reporter)

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Born July 30, 1970 (age 54) • London • England
Awards And Honors Academy Award (2024) • Golden Globe Award (2024)
Notable Works “Dunkirk” • “Oppenheimer” • “Tenet” • “The Prestige”

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