Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has been receiving huge backlash on social media since the time its trailer dropped. While Nolan is usually praised for his work, this project is facing a wave of hate because of its modern style and some very controversial casting choices.
One of the biggest points of debate is the rumored casting of Elliot Page who might play hero Achilles in the film. Many people are very upset because Page is a trans man and they feel this choice is an insult to the legendary character and the history.
The anger continues because the movie also stars Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy. This choice is being called problematic by a large section of the public who feel she does not fit the description of the character. Many people believe the role requires a woman who is famous for a different kind of beauty, as the legend describes her as the face that launched a thousand ships. Some online comments have been very harsh, mocking the idea of a massive war starting over her appearance.
The trailer has also attracted a lot of criticism because of its modern feel even though the story is set in ancient times. People are specifically making fun of the costumes and props because they look very artificial and unused. Even the dialogue has been criticized for using modern words like “daddy” that feel out of place.
None of Christopher Nolan’s past movies have ever faced such a strong negative reaction from the public before, and the backlash is so big that many people are now predicting the movie might end up being a major flop.
