Commentary: Lupita Nyong’o can’t play Helen of Troy? That’s odd

Elon Musk has once again targeted director Christopher Nolan following speculation that Black actress Lupita Nyong’o was cast as Helen of Troy

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Commentary: Lupita Nyong’o can’t play Helen of Troy? That’s odd

Elon Musk has once again publicly criticized film director Christopher Nolan, continuing a dispute that began months ago. The tension between the billionaire and the filmmaker resurfaced following Musk's previous assertions that Nolan had lost his integrity over his casting decisions.[1][2]

The disagreement originally arose from widespread speculation that Nolan had selected Black actress Lupita Nyong’o to portray the legendary figure Helen of Troy. Musk's sharp criticism of the rumored casting has drawn attention, with commentators noting the oddity of the backlash against Nyong'o playing the character.[1][2]

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