A right-wing news anchor is angry about Elliot Page's casting in a new film. The film is called The Odyssey. It is directed by Christopher Nolan.

The anchor said his reason for being angry is strange. He claimed that Achilles is a 'historical figure'. Because of this, he thinks a trans actor should not play the role.

Achilles is actually a character from Greek mythology. He is not a real historical person. Many experts and fans quickly pointed this out online.

The Odyssey has a very well-known cast. Matt Damon plays Odysseus, the main character. Tom Holland plays Telemachus, the son of Odysseus. Anne Hathaway plays Penelope, the wife of Odysseus. Robert Pattinson is also part of the cast.

Elliot Page is a celebrated transgender actor. He became very famous for his role in the Netflix series Umbrella Academy. He came out as transgender in December 2020. Since then, he has been an important voice in the LGBTQ+ community.

Many people support Elliot Page's casting. They say actors can play characters from mythology and fiction. They also say that Greek mythology already includes many gender-fluid and diverse stories.

Critics of the anchor's comments say his argument does not make sense. Achilles was never a real person. He comes from Homer's ancient poem, the Iliad. There is no historical record of him existing.

Some LGBTQ+ supporters found the situation funny. They pointed out that the anchor got basic facts wrong. Mixing up mythology and history is a clear mistake.

This is not the first time a trans actor's casting has caused controversy. Hollywood is slowly becoming more inclusive. However, some people still push back against diverse casting choices.

Supporters of Elliot Page say this kind of criticism is harmful. They believe trans actors deserve the same opportunities as everyone else. The film has not yet been released. It is expected to be a major production.

The Odyssey is one of the most anticipated films in recent years. Many fans are excited to see how Nolan tells the classic story. The cast includes some of the biggest names in Hollywood.