Lupita Nyong'o has spoken out about racially charged online backlash to her role as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey. The Oscar winner said she will not spend time defending the casting choice.
Speaking to Elle, Nyong'o described the film as a mythological story and expressed support for Nolan's vision. She noted that the cast represents the world and added that criticism will persist regardless of her engagement with it. Nyong'o emphasized focusing on the character's depth beyond physical appearance, saying the script provides the foundation for her performance.
