Gael García Bernal faces criticism over comments on The Odyssey

Mexican actor Gael García Bernal has faced significant social media criticism following comments regarding Christopher Nolan’s film adaptation of ‘The Odyssey’. During a recent interview, Bernal stated that he has avoided watching the film because he cannot imagine the character Odysseus speaking in English, describing the cinematic choice as ‘sacrilegious’ to his personal interpretation of the epic.

Internet users responded with backlash, accusing the actor of being pretentious or ‘pseudo-intellectual’. Some critics pointed out perceived contradictions in his stance, noting his previous work providing English voiceovers for characters in films like ‘Coco’.

The film, which stars Matt Damon, has been a subject of broader debate among fans regarding its casting and the omission of certain mythological figures, though industry experts suggest it may remain a strong contender in technical Oscar categories due to its visual production.