Matt Damon’s muscular arms in the movie “The Odyssey” have recently garnered attention, not for the reasons one might expect. During a recent interview with Josh Horowitz on “Happy Sad Confused,” the host complimented Damon on his impressive biceps, comparing them to those seen in Hemsworth films. However, Damon revealed that in a crucial scene in Christopher Nolan’s epic film, his impressive arms were actually portrayed by his Canadian female stunt double, Devyn Dalton, who hails from Vancouver, B.C. Damon praised Dalton, acknowledging her as having the most remarkable arms he has ever seen.
In a now-viral clip, Damon explained that during scenes featuring the Laestrygonians, towering giant warriors, the stunt performers were either seven feet tall or under five feet tall. To create the forced perspective shots, Dalton, a skilled female stunt performer, stood in for Damon, showcasing her exceptional arm strength.
Dalton, a 4’6″ performer, expressed her disbelief and gratitude upon hearing Damon’s praises. She highlighted the importance of shedding light on women stunt doubles working for male actors in the industry. Damon, who plays Odysseus in the film, fondly recalled meeting Dalton on set and appreciating her hard work.
Dalton, known for her work in various productions like “Once Upon a Time” and “Percy Jackson and the Olympians,” responded to the viral clip on Instagram, expressing honor in doubling for Matt Damon. She also shared behind-the-scenes moments from filming “The Odyssey” in Scotland, praising Damon and expressing her gratitude for being part of the adventure.
Dalton emphasized the significance of recognizing strong females in an industry where women are underrepresented and body image expectations prevail. She received overwhelming support, especially from young women, post the clip going viral, which she finds emotionally rewarding.
While Dalton contributed her arms to a scene, Damon revealed his commitment to preparing for the role by returning to his high school weight of 167 pounds. The “Bourne Identity” star emphasized the importance of a healthy lifestyle change and physical fitness in his preparation for the film.
“The Odyssey” is a cinematic adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek epic poem, portraying the journey of Odysseus, played by Damon, as he navigates his way back home to Ithaca after the Trojan War. The star-studded cast includes Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Charlize Theron, Lupita Nyong’o, and many other renowned actors.
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