The Colonial Lens: How Western Cinema Betrays the Sahrawi People The controversy surrounding Christopher Nolan's use of occupied Western Sahara as a film set for his adaptation of Homer's Odyssey has sparked heated debates within the film industry.
At its core, this story is not just about Nolan's alleged betrayal or exploitation in an occupied territory – it's a symptom of a deeper issue that speaks to the very fabric of global storytelling.
For decades, Western cinema has profited from the rich cultural heritage of colonized nations, often without regard for consequences.