Insight Editions, Universal Pictures, and Syncopy are collaborating to release two official books detailing the making and visual storytelling of Christopher Nolan’s film, The Odyssey.

The press release follows:

Media Release – Insight Editions, Universal Pictures, and Syncopy will team up again to produce two stunning books that capture the awe-inspiring creation of Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.

Information on these authorized and official looks at this new mythic action epic, filmed entirely with IMAX® Film Cameras, is below.

Filming the Odyssey: Inside the Making of Christopher Nolan’s Modern Epic
By James Mottram
With a Foreword by Matt Damon



Discover the secrets of The Odyssey: A Film by Christopher Nolan with this exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the revolutionary new mythic saga.

Filming the Odyssey: Inside the Making of Christopher Nolan’s Modern Epic traces the creation of Academy Award winning filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s new film, from script to world’s largest screens, through exclusive interviews with the director, his all-star cast and his crew of acclaimed artists, accompanied by electrifying visuals from the film, including on-set photos, concept art and research materials.

Dive into the creative process of the award-winning writer-director and get an insider’s view of his game-changing new film: the first ever to be shot entirely with IMAX Film Cameras. This book includes an all-access account of the creation of the film with interviews with key players, including Christopher Nolan himself.

Filming the Odyssey: Inside the Making of Christopher Nolan’s Modern Epic
By James Mottram
Insight Editions | 11 x 10 inches | 280 pages
Hardcover | $75.00
ISBN: 9798337404479 | August 2026



The World of the Odyssey: A Visual Journey
By James Mottram



Vivid and indelible, The World of the Odyssey serves as an engaging entry point into Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, exploring the narrative and characters of his mythic action epic of Homer’s foundational saga.

The World of the Odyssey is an illustrated companion that brings the film’s story, characters, and world to life. Rather than focusing on technical production details, it acts as a visual guide to the film––featuring character profiles, key locations and items, and pivotal moments. Including exclusive quotes from the director, cast, and crew, and a final chapter explaining a little movie magic, this book is the perfect companion to what’s certain to be an unforgettable cinematic experience.

The World of the Odyssey: A Visual Journey
By James Mottram
Insight Editions | 8.5 x 11 inches | 144 pages
Hardcover | $29.99
ISBN: 9798337406817 | September 2026

About the Author

James Mottram is a film critic, journalist, and author. He has written several books on cinema, including The Making of Memento, the Sundance Kids, and, for Insight Editions, The Making of Dunkirk, Die Hard: The Ultimate Visual History, The Secrets of Tenet: Inside Christopher Nolan’s Quantum Cold War, Jurassic Park: The Ultimate Visual History, Jurassic World: The Ultimate Visual History, Jurassic Park: The Official Script Book, the Art of The Creator and The Art of Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. He has also contributed to numerous critical anthologies, on everything from Japanese cinema to war movies. He lives in London.

About Insight Editions

Insight Editions pushes the boundaries of creativity, design, and production with award-winning books and collectibles. From collaborations with innovators like James Cameron and Guillermo del Toro to partnerships with global brands including Warner Bros. and Disney, Insight Editions creates stories and experiences for fans, readers, and seekers of all ages that transcend the page. The dynamic catalog ranges from pop culture to photography to cooking to nature conservation.
Learn more at insighteditions.com.

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