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Renowned director Christopher Nolan has returned to the cinematic landscape, this time with a fresh take on an ancient legend. His latest film, “The Odyssey,” has sparked significant buzz, particularly surrounding one intriguing aspect of its trailer. Our video above breaks down all the major reactions and insights.
Among the star-studded cast, it’s Robert Pattinson who has captured the spotlight, portraying Antinous, a menacing suitor vying for the affection of Penelope, played by Anne Hathaway, while Odysseus (Matt Damon) is away. Pattinson’s portrayal has been especially noted for a chilling line directed at Telemachus, the son of Penelope and Odysseus, played by Tom Holland: “You’re pining for a daddy that you didn’t even know.” This line has resonated with audiences, highlighting Antinous’s sinister nature.
Social media platform X has been abuzz with reactions, noting Pattinson’s effective villainy. User @TristanPudde commented on Pattinson’s casting, saying, “Say whatever you want, but I think Robert Pattinson is pretty solid casting for Antinous. I know that he kind of has an annoying voice, but I think that’s the point.” Another user, @MovieTimePicks, praised his delivery: “The way Robert Pattinson can deliver a line that is both a biological fact and a soul-crushing insult is why he’s the best in the business right now.”
Robert Pattinson has come a long way since his rise to fame as Edward Cullen in the “Twilight” series. Over the years, he has diversified his career, taking on a variety of roles from the dark and brooding Bruce Wayne in Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” to the ill-fated clone Mickey Barnes in “Mickey 17,” a box office disappointment in 2025. His role in “The Odyssey,” following his lead in the dark comedy “The Drama,” seems poised to further expand his acting repertoire.
When it comes to choosing roles, Pattinson relies on his personal instincts. He shared with the Associated Press, via People magazine, “I will go through periods where I will think, ‘Oh, maybe I should do a commercial movie.’ And then I just think, someone gave me a really great piece of advice — someone from my agency, weirdly — they said the only clients that are happy are the ones that just do what they want to do. So I just kind of do everything for myself.” Curious to see if his instincts pay off? Catch “The Odyssey” when it hits theaters on July 17. For more reactions to the trailer, don’t miss our video above.
Fans on X couldn’t help but note that Pattinson makes a formidable villain. “Say whatever you want, but I think Robert Pattinson is pretty solid casting for Antinous. I know that he kind of has an annoying voice, but I think that’s the point,” noted @TristanPudde, who added that audiences are supposed to be irritated by the character since they’re supposed to hate him. “The way Robert Pattinson can deliver a line that is both a biological fact and a soul-crushing insult is why he’s the best in the business right now,” agreed @MovieTimePicks.
Robert Pattinson has worked hard to shed the shadow of Edward
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It’s been a long time since Robert Pattinson first sparkled his way to fame as Edward Cullen in the “Twilight” series. While Pattinson was never the same after taking part in the vampire series, he’s worked hard since then to portray a variety of different roles, playing everything from the tormented, justice-obsessed Bruce Wayne in Matt Reeves’ “The Batman” to the put-upon clone Mickey Barnes in one of the biggest box office bombs of 2025, “Mickey 17.” It looks like his role in “The Odyssey” — coming on the heels of his lead in the black comedy “The Drama” — will broaden his range even more.
How does the actor select his parts? He follows his internal compass. “I will go through periods where I will think, ‘Oh, maybe I should do a commercial movie,’” he told the Associated Press (via People magazine). “And then I just think, someone gave me a really great piece of advice — someone from my agency, weirdly — they said the only clients that are happy are the ones that just do what they want to do. So I just kind of do everything for myself.” Want to find out if his instincts still pass muster? See “The Odyssey” in theaters on July 17. Want to know what everyone thought about the film’s trailer? Watch the video above.