Christopher Nolan’s sci-fi masterpiece Inception is known as one of his best films, starring Leonardo DiCaprio in the lead role. But did you know that he was actually the first actor Nolan approached for the part? However, Smith turned it down because he didn’t fully understand the film’s complex concept at the time.
Will Smith Opens Up About Turning Down movie
In a recent interview with UK radio station Kiss, Will Smith revealed that Christopher Nolan initially offered him the lead role in Inception, the 2010 sci-fi hit. Smith admitted, “Chris Nolan brought me Inception first and I didn’t get it.” He explained that movies about alternate realities often don’t make a clear pitch, which made it hard for him to connect with the project. Reflecting on his decision, Smith said, “It hurts too bad to talk about,” showing some regret over missing out on the iconic film.
Brad Pitt Also Considered for the Role
Before Will Smith, Nolan had also offered the script to Brad Pitt, asking for a quick answer within 48 hours. When Pitt didn’t commit, Nolan reached out to Smith. After Smith declined, the role eventually went to Leonardo DiCaprio, who brought the character Dominic Cobb to life on the big screen.
Will Smith’s Other Career Decisions
Will Smith has also turned down other major films. In 2019, he shared on YouTube why he refused The Matrix. He didn’t connect with the directors’ pitch style, which focused more on their vision than the story itself. Smith also passed on Quentin Tarantino’s Django Unchained, saying in an interview that he didn’t want to make a revenge film about slavery, which led the role to go to Jamie Foxx.
What Is The Movie About?
The Movie follows Dominic Cobb (played by Leonardo DiCaprio), a skilled thief who can enter and steal secrets from people’s dreams. Cobb and his team use advanced techniques to travel through multiple layers of dreams, trying to extract or implant ideas in their target’s subconscious. The film also stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Elliot Page, and Tom Hardy, who work alongside Cobb on these dangerous mind heists.
