Elliot Page Not Getting Many Offers After 'The Odyssey' Role
Actor Elliot Page reports a lack of new job offers following his acclaimed performance in the film 'The Odyssey'. Despite critical praise and potential Oscar buzz, Page is considering a more proactive approach to securing future roles.
Why it matters
It highlights the disconnect between critical success and industry hiring practices, as well as the ongoing challenges faced by trans actors in Hollywood.
Logo text Elliot Page isn’t getting a flood of casting opportunities coming off his acclaimed performance in the second highest-grossing movie of the year.
During an interview with On Film…With Kevin McCarthy (below), the hosted asked if Page knows what role he's doing next and said, “I imagine you're getting a zillion calls after this movie.”
“No, Kevin, I'm not,” Page said with a laugh. “So, let's - if someone wants to call me … “
A surprised McCarthy asked if Page really doesn’t have another job lined up. “Not really,” Page replied. “I'd really love to do good work. That's what I'd love to do.” Related Stories Movies Studios Greenlight $250 Million Movies With a "Go Big or Go Home" Approach. There's Another Way Movies 'Coyote vs. Acme' Snags No. 2 With $15.4M as 'Spider-Man' Nears 'Avatar 2'; 'Dog Stars' Put to Sleep
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