How secretive hasChristopher Nolanbeen about his newJohn David Washington-starring sci fi-thrillerTenet?

“There was this pack of chocolates on the table,” the actor said.

“I had a massive blood sugar drop by the end of this conversation.

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I thought I was going to pass out because wed been talking so much.

I was trying to concentrate so much.

Finally, I asked for one of the chocolates and he immediately ended the meeting.

I was like, oh my god, I f—ed it up.”

“You never really quite know whats going on with these identities.

But hes the very definition of a fantastic supporting character.

Were crossing a few different genres in a hopefully exciting and fresh way.

We shot in seven countries, all over the place, with a massive cast and huge set pieces.

Theres no question, its the most ambitious film weve made.

TheTenetcast also includesElizabeth Debicki,Aaron Taylor-Johnson,Michael Caine, andKenneth Branagh.

Tenetis set to hit theater on July 30.

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