Lupita Nyong’o shrugs off racist ‘Odyssey’ backlash over Helen of Troy casting

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Lupita Nyong’o addressed the backlash regarding her casting as Helen of Troy in the upcoming adaptation of "The Odyssey," stating that she is not focused on defending her role against racist criticisms. She emphasized her decision to not engage with the negativity surrounding the casting in comments made to Elle magazine.

Coverage of Nyong’o's comments varies among outlets. TheWrap presents her response in a straightforward manner, while Deadline emphasizes the trolling aspect of the backlash, framing it as a reaction to the casting. NBC News focuses on her dismissal of the need for a defense, highlighting her perspective on the criticism without delving into the specifics of the backlash itself.

No outlet has provided a comprehensive analysis of the historical context of casting choices in adaptations of classical texts, which could enrich the discussion around Nyong’o's role and the reactions to it. This lack of context may reflect a blind spot in the coverage from all sides.

Headline framing

The headlines cover Lupita Nyong'o's response to backlash over casting in 'The Odyssey', with varying degrees of emphasis on the racist nature of the criticisms.

Coverage by perspective

Lean Left · 2 sources

NBC News — Business Lean Left

Lupita Nyong’o shrugs off racist ‘Odyssey’ backlash over Helen of Troy casting

“I’m not spending my time thinking of a defense,” the Oscar winner told Elle magazine. “The criticism will exist whether I engage with it or not.”

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Deadline Lean Left

Lupita Nyong’o Says She’s “Not Spending My Time” Dignifying ‘The Odyssey’ Racist Casting Criticisms

After the casting that launched a thousand trolls, Lupita Nyong'o isn't wasting her energy on critics of her 'The Odyssey' casting as Helen of Troy.

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Center · 1 source

TheWrap Center

Lupita Nyong’o Responds to Racist ‘Odyssey’ Backlash: ‘I’m Not Spending My Time Thinking of a Defense’

Lupito Nyong'o is not giving much of her time or energy to the racist backlash surrounding her casting as Helen of Troy in "The Odyssey."

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