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Lupita Nyong’o says Nolan’s Odyssey centers women’s experiences (Helen and Clytemnestra) and explores the cost of war, a move that has drawn early praise for her performance while also fueling backlash as the trailer racks up millions of dislikes; Nyong’o has declined to engage with critics as premiere reactions unfold.
Lupita Nyong’o says she would grill Homer about the lack of female speaking roles in epics after watching Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, where she portrays Helen of Troy (and her sister Clytemnestra). The remarks come amid controversy over the film’s casting and creative choices, including Nolan’s casting of a Black actress as Helen and the use of modern English in promos, with efforts to defend the adaptation and its nods to oral tradition (e.g., casting Travis Scott as a Greek bard). This underscores a broader debate about female representation in classic epics and modern reimaginings.
Lupita Nyong'o defended her casting as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, saying the myth allows for representation and that the ensemble reflects the world; critics including Elon Musk have attacked the choice, while Nolan has remained silent. The film also stars Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya and Charlize Theron, and is slated for a July 17 release in the US and UK.
Lupita Nyong’o addresses racist reactions to her casting as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, calling the mythological tale a reflection of a diverse, global world and saying her interpretation goes beyond beauty; she defends Nolan’s vision and notes the cast’s representativeness, while acknowledging the backlash will persist.
Lupita Nyong'o, in a new Elle profile, defends her casting as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, arguing the myth is about more than beauty and praising Nolan's inclusive, globally representative vision, while addressing online criticism from conservative commentators like Matt Walsh and support from Elon Musk.
Elon Musk suggested Christopher Nolan cast Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy in The Odyssey to boost Oscar eligibility, sparking renewed discussion about casting choices and awards incentives in blockbuster filmmaking.
Elon Musk attacked Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey again, claiming Lupita Nyong’o’s casting as Helen of Troy (and her sister Clytemnestra) proves Nolan is chasing awards; a Time profile confirming Nyong’o’s dual role fuels the casting/awards debate.
Lupita Nyong'o has been confirmed to portray Helen of Troy—and her twin sister Clytemnestra—in Christopher Nolan's ambitious The Odyssey, with Matt Damon as Odysseus; the film reimagines the epic with modern twists and a departure from strict historical accuracy, aiming for a mythic, character-driven retelling set to hit theaters July 17, 2026.
Lupita Nyong'o has been confirmed to play two roles in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic The Odyssey: Helen of Troy and her sister Clytemnestra. Nolan says he chose to imply the gods through nature and belief rather than direct depictions. The film features a star-studded cast led by Matt Damon as Odysseus, with Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson among others, and is aiming for a budget around $250 million with a July 17 release; Hathaway notes the ensemble stayed in modest accommodations to keep costs down.
Elon Musk criticized Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film The Odyssey after speculation that Lupita Nyong’o might portray Helen of Troy, calling Nolan’s integrity into question on X. Nyong’o’s casting has not been confirmed; the project features a starry ensemble led by Matt Damon as Odysseus and is set for a July IMAX release.
Archaeologists and filmmakers have uncovered a stunning secret at Pompeii - a pristine fresco of Helen of Troy and other characters from the Trojan war, remarkably well-preserved despite being buried for 2,000 years. The frescoes, found in a dining room, appear to have been created shortly before the eruption of Vesuvius, making them some of the last works of art from that time.