Leonardo DiCaprio recently opened up about his experience working on his latest project, One Battle After Another, during a new interview. The celebrated actor shared insights into the highly anticipated film at CinemaCon 2025 in Las Vegas on Tuesday, April 1st.
The 50-year-old star expressed his excitement about collaborating with acclaimed filmmaker Paul Thomas Anderson, a producer he had long admired. According to DiCaprio, he had been eager to work with Anderson for nearly 20 years, making this project particularly special for him.
Discussing One Battle After Another, DiCaprio described the film as an “incredibly epic movie” with remarkable scope and scale. The black comedy is loosely based on Thomas Pynchon’s novel Vineland and is helmed by Anderson, whose previous works include Boogie Nights, There Will Be Blood, and Licorice Pizza. Speaking highly of Anderson’s directorial prowess, DiCaprio praised him as “one of the most unique talents of our time,” as reported by People Magazine.
On stage at Caesar’s Palace during CinemaCon, DiCaprio further elaborated on Anderson’s working style, calling him a “master” who possesses a rare ability to collaborate with actors. “A lot of writer-directors are incredibly rigid,” DiCaprio noted, “but his ability to work with actors is so unique.” He added that being part of this project was “an honor” and a fulfilling experience in his career.
Leonardo DiCaprio was joined at the event by his co-stars Regina Hall and Teyana Taylor. Hall spoke about the film’s compelling mix of humor and emotional depth, stating, “It’s humorous, it’s funny, but it’s also heartfelt. And so to be able to spar alongside anyone, especially these two, is amazing.”
In addition to discussing the film, DiCaprio recently launched his own YouTube channel, further engaging with his fans. The actor used the platform to unveil the trailer for One Battle After Another, generating immense excitement among audiences worldwide.
With Leonardo DiCaprio leading the cast and Paul Thomas Anderson at the helm, One Battle After Another promises to be an unforgettable cinematic experience that fans eagerly await.