Christopher Nolan is facing criticism for filming portions of his upcoming adaptation of 'The Odyssey' in Dakhla, a city in Western Sahara under Moroccan occupation. FiSahara, the Western Sahara international film festival, has voiced concerns that Nolan's decision could inadvertently normalize Morocco's 50-year occupation and repression in the region. 'The Odyssey,' starring Matt Damon, Charlize Theron, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong'o, and Anne Hathaway, is slated for release on July 17, 2026. The festival organizers argue that filming in Dakhla lends legitimacy to the occupation, potentially undermining efforts to raise awareness about the ongoing conflict.