Christopher Nolan's interview with Chinese doctoral student and podcaster Zhong Shu about his upcoming film The Odyssey has gone viral, drawing more than 20 million views. The wide-ranging conversation was far from a typical press-tour chat. Nolan, who won an Oscar for his previous film Oppenheimer, discussed his adaptation of Homer's ancient Greek epic. The story follows the hero Odysseus on his long journey home to Ithaca after the Trojan War, while his wife and son face suitors who have taken over their home. He also shared blunt views on film critics, explored Christian themes in the tale, and reflected on his own place as an artist in what he sees as a declining civilization. The interview was praised online for its depth and intelligence, with many calling it a refreshingly thoughtful exchange.