India, July 14 -- Christopher Nolan has opened up about casting Matt Damon as Odysseus in The Odyssey, explaining that the actor's relationship with audiences was a major factor behind his decision.

Speaking about the upcoming mythological epic, Nolan said Damon has a rare ability to make viewers emotionally invest in his characters, which was important for a complex figure like Odysseus.

The filmmaker said audiences needed to follow Odysseus through his struggles, flaws and difficult choices during his journey home after the Trojan War.

Nolan mentioned Damon's ability to disappear into roles while still maintaining a strong connection with viewers, making him a suitable choice to lead a story centered on one of Greek mythology's most ...