Greeks Speak Out Against Controversial Casting of New Odyssey Movie
Greek commentators say the casting erases Greek identity, while cinema experts say the film still meets Academy diversity rules.
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Greeks Speak Out Against Controversial Casting of New Odyssey Movie
Backlash over the questionable casting choices in Christopher Nolan’s upcoming film adaptation of the Odyssey by Homer started early this year, when it was revealed that Helen of Troy would be played by Kenyan Mexican actress Lupita Nyong’o, and it has not really subsided since. Now, we got another twist in the story. Given that the Odyssey is one of the best-known marvels of Ancient Greek culture in the world, it is only prudent that the heirs …
After Elon Musk, Greeks feel Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey doesn’t sound Greek to them
Weeks after Elon Musk alleged that Christopher Nolan is an "anti-white racist" for casting Lupita Nyong'o as the Helen of Troy in The Odyssey, the Greek City Times has now written the filmmaker an open letter for not casting any Greek actor in the film.
The highly anticipated film by director Christopher Nolan, The Odyssey, has not even hit the screens yet and is already generating massive passion. Film fans could not help but notice that a debate has erupted on the Internet, for example about the film's cast, which many discussants consider to be inauthentic. However, it is not just the casting that is causing controversy. There have also been negative comments about the specific location wher…
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" is adapted from the epic poem of the same name by the ancient Greek poet Homer. On Tuesday (26th) local time, Greeks wrote a letter to Hollywood and Nolan's film crew, criticizing Hollywood for using the banner of diversity but not having Greek actors in its Greek stories, aiming to expose their hypocrisy.
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