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‘The Odyssey’ backlash fails as film nears $200M
Filed: Jul 17, 2026 at 5:04 PM ET
Summary: The article says Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’ is on track for $200 million globally in its opening weekend.
WHO: Christopher Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
WHAT: The film is projected to make $200 million globally during its opening weekend despite backlash over casting and historical accuracy.
WHEN: Jul 17, 2026 at 1:09 PM ET
WHERE: Location not specified
WHY: The article attributes the projection to the film’s expected opening-weekend performance despite backlash over “woke” casting and ahistorical choices.
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