Nolan 's decision to cast Eckhart was based on his portrayal of corrupt characters in the films In the Company of Men , The Black Dahlia .
Nolan 's decision to cast Eckhart was thank You For Smoking .
Nolan 's decision to cast Eckhart was based on his portrayal of corrupt characters in the films In the Company of Men , The Black Dahlia , and Thank You For Smoking .