Launch › Release window · 22 Jul 2026 · T+5
Musk promises an AI Odyssey; Scott Derrickson hits back
Musk said his Grok tool would make a full-length "historically accurate" Odyssey within the year and shared an AI clip. Director Scott Derrickson replied that Musk's opinions on art are worthless.
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- Date
- 22 Jul 2026 · T+5
- Phase
- Launch › Release window
- Category
- Controversy & reactive
- Markets
- Global
- Led by
- Fan / organic
- Channels
- X
Sources 1
- 'Doctor Strange' Director Slams Elon Musk Over AI 'Odyssey' CommentsVariety · 22 Jul 2026 · variety.com · SecondaryVerifies: Musk vows a Grok-made version; Scott Derrickson's response
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