Robert Downey Jr. got praise from Christopher Nolan, who also had some special things to say about his choice to play Iron Man in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
On The Late Show, Christopher Nolan talked about Robert Downey Jr., saying, “I’ve always wanted to work with him. I’ve always seen that in his work. And he has such charisma as Tony Stark. Him playing Iron Man is one of the most consequential casting decisions that’s ever been made in the history of the movie business. I wanted to give him the opportunity to lose himself in a part, lose himself in another human being the way great actors love him.”
He also added, “He has this incredible generosity of spirit. It means when he’s in a scene with other people he’s making sure they are all doing their best, that they are all able to bring their best to the table. He’s helping them clarify those emotional connections.”
Robert Downey Jr. is nominated for Best Supporting Actor at the Academy Awards next month, and his portrayal of Lewis Strauss in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer is expected to be a big favourite. The actor will undoubtedly win the Oscar, according to a recent prediction made by Sterling K. Brown, who is also nominated in the same category for his role in American Fiction.