Musk Slams The Odyssey Casting, Blames DEI Rules for Oscar Eligibility
Elon Musk doubles down on criticizing Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, accusing the film’s diverse casting—highlighted by Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy and other choices—of being shaped by the Academy’s Representation and Inclusion Standards (DEI rules) intended to boost Oscar eligibility; Nolan has defended the casting as part of the film’s casting choices, with The Odyssey slated for a July 17 release.