Mia Khalifa has responded sharply to Elon Musk\u2019s latest attack against Christopher Nolan\u2019s casting decision in Odyssey. The controversy centers on the filmmaker\u2019s decision to cast Lupita Nyong\u2019o as Helen of Troy in the movie set for 2026.<\/p>\n
When commenting in Variety regarding Musk\u2019s statements, Khalifa made a statement on X: \u201cSometimes you\u2019re so wrong you land back at right cause\u2026 yeah\u2026 he cast her cause he wants awards \u2026 cause she\u2019s good\u2026\u201d<\/p>\n
The reply was addressed directly to Musk, who called Nolan out for \u201crace-swapping\u201d in that particular case. The casting of the Black actress as Helen of Troy, a fair-haired woman according to Homer, has been interpreted by Musk as Nolan\u2019s attempt to achieve diversity ahead of award season. The tech magnate has also ridiculed the reported casting of Elliot Page.<\/p>\n
However, if Musk\u2019s argument is that Nolan wants the Oscars as the reason for his casting decision, then he implicitly acknowledges Nyong\u2019o\u2019s awards potential and hence validates the casting. Indeed, Lupita Nyong\u2019o won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in her role in \u201c12 Years a Slave.\u201d<\/p>\n
Christopher Nolan\u2019s Odyssey is expected in July 2026. Six countries will be involved in the filming, with heavy use of practical effects. Matt Damon will also be featured in Odyssey. In addition to her role as Helen of Troy, Lupita Nyong\u2019o will play another part: Clytemnestra, Helen\u2019s sister.<\/p>\n
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