Elon Musk has announced that his Grok AI tool will produce a 'historically accurate' full-length adaptation of Homer's 'The Odyssey' by the end of 2026.The claim follows his public criticism of Christopher Nolan's recent film adaptation of the epic, which opened in cinemas on July 17.Musk praised a three-minute sequence generated by the AI tool 'Grok Imagine,' depicting Odysseus and Calypso in a continuous handheld shot.He emphasized the project's commitment to fidelity to Homer's original text.Nolan's film, starring Matt Damon as Odysseus, faced backlash for its casting choices, including Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy.Musk accused Nolan of being an 'anti-white racist' and questioned his 'integrity.' Despite the controversy, Nolan's film earned $264 million in its opening weekend, becoming the highest-grossing live-action film of 2026.Critics praised its scale and ambition, though some questioned the use of AI in filmmaking.

Musk's project highlights ongoing debates about AI's role in creative industries, with Nolan expressing concerns about accountability and the impact of technology on traditional filmmaking practices.