Christopher Nolan is one of Hollywood’s most iconic directors with legendary films such as The Dark Knight, Oppenheimer, Inception, and Interstellar on his resume. His latest film, this summer’s blockbuster The Odyssey, will undoubtedly be the director’s latest hit, already generating significant box office totals and rave reviews among critics and moviegoers alike. However, unlike most of his previous films, The Odyssey has been mired in controversy over some of its plotlines and casting choices. And, after watching the film, the outrage and controversy surrounding it are valid. Nolan’s infusion of DEI into the classic work of literature should raise red flags.However, two things were apparent to me after the film concluded. This includes Nolan’s vision for the movie, which transformed it from The Odyssey to The ODEIssey.First, despite many vociferous right-wing pundits’ criticism of the film (looking at you, Matt Walsh), the movie is worth the (exceedingly expensive) price of admission. I wouldn’t classify it as a masterpiece, but The Odyssey is an extremely entertaining film and unquestionably wonderful cinema. Nolan masterfully juxtaposed his visuals with his audio, stimulating the viewer’s emotions throughout the film. The film’s climactic conclusion had me on the edge of my seat, even though I knew what was going to happen by reading Homer’s The Odyssey as a high school student. It is certainly an experience to behold.