Pearl star Mia Goth has embarked on an epic voyage, joining the star-studded ensemble of Christopher Nolan's latest cinematic endeavor, The Odyssey. This Universal Pictures production, an ambitious adaptation of Homer's renowned Greek epic, boasts an impressive lineup that includes Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong'o, Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron, Benny Safdie, and Jon Bernthal among its illustrious cast. While some roles may be fleeting, mere cameos in Nolan's meticulous narrative (where even the smallest supporting parts are often filled by seasoned thespians), whispers from The Hollywood Reporter suggest that Goth's role might not even require her to utter a single word. So, what mysterious part does she embody?
Homer's timeless tale chronicles the arduous, decade-long journey of Greek hero King Odysseus as he strives to return to his homeland of Ithaca following the Trojan War. His voyage is fraught with divine interruptions and encounters with mythical creatures, such as the Cyclopes. The narrative also delves into the plight of Odysseus' loyal wife and grown son, who must fend off scheming suitors vying for the throne.
Nolan guards the details of his production with the utmost secrecy, but speculation about Goth's silent role teems with possibilities. Could she be a siren, those alluring, human-like creatures whose enchanting melodies lure sailors to their watery graves? In the legend, Odysseus binds himself to the mast to resist their mesmerizing song. Alternatively, Goth might embody a goddess or perhaps even a statue, bringing an ethereal presence to Nolan's vision. Universal Pictures has remained tight-lipped on the matter.
Most recently, Goth shone in MaXXXine, the climactic chapter of Ti West's horror trilogy, which he penned and directed for A24. As for Nolan's Odyssey, Universal has set sail for a July 17, 2026, release, with production set to commence across global locales later this month, promising a cinematic adventure as epic as the tale it seeks to immortalize.
