In the aftermath of Christopher Nolan’s interpretation of the classic tale of The Odyssey earlier this year, Elliot Page’s performance stood out to both critics and fans. Despite this, the Canadian actor revealed that he has not been approached for any new roles since the success of the film. Page disclosed this during an interview on the On Film… With Kevin McCarthy podcast.
When questioned by host Kevin McCarthy about his future projects and the assumption that he would be inundated with offers post-movie, Page responded, “No, Kevin, I’m not.” Page garnered praise for his portrayal of the character Sinon in The Odyssey, a Greek soldier who meets an untimely fate in the protagonist’s narrative and delivers a poignant monologue from beyond the grave.
Reflecting on the controversy stirred by rumors of his alleged casting as Achilles, Page humorously addressed the backlash he faced for being Canadian during the podcast interview. The unfounded uproar from right-wing figures such as Ben Shapiro and Megyn Kelly over the possibility of a trans man playing the role was debunked when Page’s actual character was revealed.
Despite a successful acting career spanning back to childhood and notable roles in acclaimed films such as Juno, Inception, and Hard Candy, Page faced backlash from anti-2SLGBTQ+ groups after publicly coming out as transgender in 2020. He has been a vocal advocate against discriminatory legislation targeting the LGBTQ+ community in both the United States and Canada.
In a recent podcast appearance, Page expressed his eagerness to delve into new acting challenges, emphasizing how his transition has boosted his confidence and artistic capabilities. Contrasting his discomfort in previous roles, Page believes that this phase of his career could mark the pinnacle of his acting journey.
Acknowledging the lack of post-film opportunities, Page is not alone in experiencing a dry spell in job offers. Samantha Morton, who portrayed Circe in The Odyssey, shared on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that she has not worked since the film’s release, citing the evolving dynamics of the industry as a factor.