Filming for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey was a challenging experience for the cast. The harsh conditions were likened to an expedition rather than a typical movie shoot. The cast was pushed to their limits, with difficult weather and temperature conditions being major factors.

One cast member, however, seemed less fazed by the conditions. Elliot Page, who grew up in Canada, credited his upbringing with preparing him for the brutal temperatures faced during filming, though further details about the production can be found through other sources.