Timothée Chalamet, Christopher Nolan revisit 'Interstellar' in candid reunion ahead of IMAX event

'I’m tremendously grateful to have been part of the project,' Chalamet told Nolan

Timothée Chalamet recently reunited with director Christopher Nolan in a rare, in-depth conversation about Interstellar, offering fans a candid look behind the scenes of the 2014 sci‑fi classic during a special IMAX 70mm screening. The discussion highlighted both Nolan’s directorial instincts and Chalamet’s bold approach to his performance, revealing a playful, honest dynamic between actor and auteur.

Chalamet, who portrayed Tom, the teenage son of Matthew McConaughey’s Cooper, reflected on the significance of the project in his early career. “This film came to me at a time in life, in my career, where things were certainly not set yet,” he said. “I’m tremendously grateful to have been part of the project.” He also noted that, despite his relatively small role, Interstellar is “the film I’ve seen the most of, of all the films ever made in human history,” underscoring its lasting impact on him.

During the conversation, Nolan addressed a specific scene involving Chalamet’s character. “When you were filming the messages from home, there was a particular thing where you were hitting a dark tone,” Nolan explained. “It felt too much for me. I didn’t particularly like it.” He added with a laugh, “I told you about it and you went ahead and did whatever the f— you wanted and carried on,” highlighting Chalamet’s commitment to authenticity even when it diverged from the director’s vision.

The interview offered insights into Nolan’s perspective on the film’s initial reception, which he described as “a little bit sniffy,” despite the movie’s strong box office success and growing critical reputation over time. The discussion also emphasized the emotional resonance of Interstellar, beyond its groundbreaking visual spectacle.

Chalamet and Nolan’s reunion coincided with the IMAX event, celebrating the enduring legacy of Interstellar and sparking renewed interest in the film. The candid exchange demonstrated the mutual respect and creative rapport between the actor and director, while also giving audiences a rare glimpse into the filmmaking process behind one of modern cinema’s most ambitious science fiction works.

Fans following the conversation praised both Chalamet’s reflective insights and Nolan’s willingness to discuss the creative challenges and decisions behind the film, making this reunion a memorable moment for those who continue to celebrate Interstellar over a decade after its release.