A viral video circulating online falsely claims that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. criticized Christopher Nolan’s film, “The Odyssey,” suggesting it was marketed towards “gay men and cowards.”
The clip gained traction on social media platforms, with users debating its authenticity. In the video, Kennedy is purportedly heard saying, “If you liked The Odyssey, I have news for you, and you might want to sit down for this.” He then allegedly added, “We did some research and found out the producers marketed it towards gay men and cowards specifically.” The fabricated remarks continue with seemingly offensive statements about those who enjoyed the film.
However, an investigation reveals that the video is not an authentic recording of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. It originated from X user Maverick Alexander, whose account is clearly labeled as satire. Furthermore, the video itself contained a disclaimer stating, “Unreal: Lacking in reality, substance, or genuineness,” indicating its fabricated nature.
There are no credible reports, official statements, interviews, or public appearances where Kennedy has commented on “The Odyssey” or made the alleged disparaging remarks. The viral clip relied entirely on fabricated audio and a satirical presentation.
This false video emerged amidst existing criticism of “The Odyssey” from some conservative commentators. These critiques, however, are unrelated to the fabricated video falsely attributed to Kennedy.
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