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‘I Have ROMO’: Cillian Murphy Introduces Introvert-Friendly Twist While Talking About Christopher Nolan
Cillian Murphy playfully coined the word ‘ROMO’ while reflecting on his collaboration with Christopher Nolan.
Cillian Murphy may be stepping back from Christopher Nolan’s cinematic universe for now, but he has given fans something new to mull over. This time, it’s a phrase tailor-made for introverts.
During a conversation with Variety at the Toronto Film Festival studio for his latest film, Steve, Murphy was joined by co-stars Tracey Ullman, Jay Lycurgo and Simbi Ajikawo, along with director Tim Mielants and screenwriter Max Porter. When asked about The Odyssey, Murphy playfully coined the term ROMO, or “relief of missing out," putting a humorous andintrovert-friendly spin on the familiar FOMO (fear of missing out).
“Is there a trailer? I have ROMO: ‘Relief of missing out’," Murphy said, according to Variety.
“No, I can’t wait to see it. If any director in the world could tackle The Odyssey, it’s going to be Christopher Nolan. I am so excited to see it. He is one in a million. He’s been a huge part of my life as an actor. I can’t wait to see what he does with it," Murphy added, speaking of his long-standing collaboration with Nolan.
When the conversation shifted to the upcoming Peaky Blinders movie, Murphy remained characteristically tight-lipped. “Oh, I can’t tell you," he said, leaving fans to speculate about what lies ahead for Tommy Shelby and the gang.
Murphy’s partnership with Nolan began with Batman Begins in 2005, where Murphy portrayed the haunting Scarecrow. It continued through Inception (2010), Dunkirk (2017) and most recently Oppenheimer (2023), in which he delivered the career-defining portrayal of J Robert Oppenheimer.
The two have a relationship built on mutual trust. Nolan frequently praises Murphy’s intensity and versatility, while Murphy credits Nolan for providing him with some of his most challenging and rewarding roles. Their collaboration has garnered critical acclaim, culminating in Academy Awards for Best Director (Nolan) and Best Actor (Murphy) for Oppenheimer.
While Murphy’s remarks at TIFF may have been light-hearted, they highlight the impact of his work with Nolan. ROMO may just be the mantra for those who relish the relief of opting out, at least until Murphy and Nolan reunite on screen again.