Lupita Nyong'o Pushes Back on 'The Odyssey' Casting Critics
The Hollywood Reporter • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Lupita Nyong’o addressed criticism from right-wing pundits over her casting as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's adaptation of The Odyssey, emphasizing that the story is mythological rather than historical.
- Nyong’o supports Nolan's vision of a diverse cast representing the world and stated she will not engage with the inevitable criticism, feeling honored to play such a significant role.
- She challenged the focus on Helen's beauty, explaining that her portrayal centers on the character's depth beyond physical appearance, guided by Nolan's script.
- The backlash gained mainstream attention after commentator Matt Walsh criticized the casting on social media, claiming Nolan avoided casting a white actress to evade accusations of racism, a sentiment Elon Musk agreed with.