Filmmaker Christopher Nolan chose Mumbai as a key stop for the international promotional tour of his upcoming film The Odyssey, saying he had wanted to bring his work to Indian audiences for years. Nolan, along with producer Emma Thomas and actors Matt Damon and Tom Holland, attended a press conference in Mumbai where he spoke about his long-standing connection with India and his admiration for the country's deep-rooted cinema culture.

Nolan recalled that his first visit to Mumbai took place years ago when he travelled to the city for a conference on the future of cinema. During that visit, he met several Indian filmmakers and gained insight into the country's passionate relationship with movies. He said Indian audiences have a unique appreciation for cinema and expressed his excitement at finally being able to bring his film promotion to Mumbai.

The director revealed that a visit to India had also been planned during the release campaign for Tenet, which was partly filmed in Mumbai, but those plans were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Nolan said he was pleased that the opportunity had finally arrived, adding that he had wanted to include Mumbai in his promotional plans for a long time. He also spoke fondly about his previous filming experiences in India, including work in Mumbai and Jodhpur.

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Nolan praised India's visual appeal from a filmmaker's perspective, saying the country's cities, landscapes and textures provide endless creative inspiration. He also highlighted his positive experiences working with Indian film crews, describing the collaboration with local technicians as highly rewarding. His comments reflected his appreciation for India's contribution to the global filmmaking environment.

While discussing The Odyssey, Nolan spoke about the role of new IMAX technology in the production of the film. He said improvements in camera technology allowed the movie to be shot entirely using IMAX cameras, offering filmmakers greater creative flexibility. Nolan also emphasized the importance of theatrical viewing experiences and praised the growing availability of IMAX and large-format cinemas in India, making the country an important destination for celebrating cinema with audiences.

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