The survey also found that 79% believe the production promotes Greece internationally and 75% think it will help boost tourism. The film has generated particular interest because of the scale of its production in the country. Nolan’s $250 million epic began shooting in Greece in March 2025, with locations including Pylos, Voidokilia Bay, Methoni Castle and Acrocorinth. The Greek state provided 6.5 million euros in public funding, while the production’s use of major Greek locations turned the country into a prominent part of the film’s global publicity. The debate intensified in 2026, with critics, including Elon Musk, attacking Nolan’s casting choices and accusing the production of sidelining Greek cultural heritage.