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Samantha Morton says Christopher Nolan gave her hope she could keep working at 49

"The Odyssey" actor Samantha Morton said she "genuinely cried" when she learned that Christopher Nolan wanted to meet her.

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Samantha Morton, the 49-year-old actress, has expressed her gratitude for landing a role in Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey," which has brought her renewed hope and confidence in her career. The film has grossed $912 million globally since its July 17 release, according to Box Office Mojo. Morton, a two-time Oscar nominee, revealed that she has not worked for a year after completing "The Odyssey."

Despite having good agents and a manager, she acknowledged the uncertainty of an acting career, especially as one ages. Morton said she was genuinely moved when she learned that Nolan wanted to meet her, adding that the opportunity to work with him meant the world to her.

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