Elon Musk Slams Nolan’s ‘Odyssey’ Casting: “Chris Nolan Has Lost His Integrity”

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Elon Musk has recently joined the conversation about the increasing debate surrounding Christopher Nolan’s new film based on The Odyssey.

After seeing an image announcing Lupita Nyong’o’s casting as Helen of Troy, Elon Musk commented on X, stating bluntly, “Chris Nolan has lost his integrity.”

The statement was made amid growing criticism online, where many viewers have complained the movie isn’t historically accurate and that casting choices were driven by political correctness.

Casting of Lupita Nyong’o as Helen Sparks Debate

A picture of Nyong’o has been circulating online, sparking debate among fans who argue the casting choice doesn’t align with the original story.

Okay, so Nolan’s latest really threw me with his casting choice for Helen of Troy. Traditionally, you picture her as this pale-skinned beauty with blonde hair – that’s how she’s always described in the old Greek stories. But he’s gone in a completely different direction, casting a stunning Kenyan-Mexican actress in the role, and honestly, it’s a brilliant move. It’s a fresh take on a classic figure, and I’m excited to see how she brings that legendary character to life.

Some fans have nicknamed her “Helen of DeTROYt” and are debating whether it makes sense for a conflict to center around a character who doesn’t fit the usual image of that figure.

I’ve been hearing a lot of discussion about the casting choices for this new film. Some people are defending it by saying The Odyssey is already rooted in myth, and Lupita Nyong’o is incredibly talented, which is fair. But others feel like Christopher Nolan is prioritizing what’s trendy in Hollywood right now over staying true to the original story, and I can see their point too.

Fans Question Travis Scott and John Leguizamo’s Involvement

The criticism hasn’t stopped at Helen.

Some fans are questioning why Travis Scott might be involved in the movie, suggesting he doesn’t fit the ancient Greek setting.

Actor John Leguizamo, who appears in the upcoming film, recently intensified a debate by publicly stating that people who support Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shouldn’t watch any of his movies, including Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey.

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2026-02-01 00:01