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Movie Name: Oppenheimer
Directed by: Christopher Nolan
Starring: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Release Date: 21 July, 2023
Running Time: 180 Minutes
Rating:
Budget: $100 million
The story of American scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in the development of the atomic bomb.
Oppenheimer: Overview
Oppenheimer is an upcoming biographical thriller film directed, written and co-produced by Christopher Nolan about J. Robert Oppenheimer, the theoretical physicist who helped develop the first nuclear weapons. Based on the 2005 biography American Prometheus by Kai Bird and Martin J. Sherwin, the film stars Cillian Murphy as Oppenheimer, with a supporting ensemble cast including Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., and Florence Pugh.
The film was announced in September 2021. Filming began in late February 2022 and wrapped that May. Cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema shot the film in a combination of IMAX 65mm and 65mm large-format film—including, for the first time, sections in IMAX black-and-white analog photography. As on his previous works, Nolan utilised extensive practical effects and minimal computer-generated imagery.
Oppenheimer is scheduled for release in the United Kingdom and United States on July 21, 2023, by Universal Pictures. It is Nolan’s first film not to be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures domestically or internationally since Memento (2000), as well as his first film to receive an R rating since Insomnia (2002).
Oppenheimer marks the sixth collaboration between Nolan and Murphy, and the first starring Murphy as the lead. To prepare for the role, the actor did what he summarized as “an awful lot of reading” on Oppenheimer’s life. The casting process was so secretive that some of the actors did not know which role they were going to play until they signed on. Robert Downey Jr., Matt Damon, and Emily Blunt took pay cuts to work on the film, earning $4 million each in lieu of their usual $10–20 million salaries.
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Oppenheimer: Movie Review
Genius director Christopher Nolan is back with his new film, Oppenheimer, which has been highly anticipated by fans worldwide. The film hit screens today. Dive into our review to find out how this movie fares.
Story:
Leslie Groves (Matt Damon), US Army Corps of Engineers Officer, approaches J. Robert Oppenheimer (Cillian Murphy), a theoretical physicist, during World War ll to ask him to make an Atomic Bomb (A-Bomb). Oppenheimer and other physicists develop it, which the US government later uses in the war. Later, Oppenheimer is termed as the “Father of the Atomic Bomb,” but after a few years, a trial on Oppenheimer is conducted. Why is the trial? What does Oppenheimer do next? The movie tells the remaining story.
Plus Points:
Christopher Nolan, renowned for his grand storytelling, masterfully depicts the emotional journey of the Father of the Atomic Bomb. He takes a captivating approach, focusing not on the A-bomb’s making but on its creator’s life.
Cillian Murphy delivers an award-winning performance as Oppenheimer, skillfully portraying the complexities of the physicist’s character.
Robert Downey Jr. surprises audiences with his convincing portrayal of Lewis Strauss, a negative role that showcases his versatility as an actor.
Emily Blunt’s portrayal of Kitty, Oppenheimer’s wife, adds depth to the film, while Florence Pugh, Matt Damon, and other supporting actors enhance the overall movie experience.
The absence of CGI in showing the A-bomb detonation in Los Alamos is a remarkable achievement by the entire team, resulting in one of the movie’s most impressive sequences.
The other highlights include Oppenheimer’s post-war speech, interactions with Albert Einstein (Tom Conti), and well-crafted dialogues.
Minus Points:
The lengthy 3-hour runtime may make some viewers feel bored, although those engaged in the narrative will likely be okay with it.
The use of scattered timelines, an integral part of the screenplay, throughout the film, might challenge viewers with limited knowledge of Oppenheimer’s life. Some prior understanding of the physicist’s background could enhance the viewing experience.
The first hour is less dramatic than the second, potentially affecting the overall engagement. Additionally, the shift between monochromatic and color scenes may not appeal to all viewers. The abundance of characters could confuse those unfamiliar with Oppenheimer’s story.
Technical Aspects:
Christopher Nolan’s direction perfectly narrates the ups and downs in Oppenheimer’s life, showcasing the theoretical physicist’s journey with expertise.
The movie impresses with top-notch sound design and a score by Ludwig Goransson, which emphasizes many scenes in the film. He delivers an award-winning outcome. The cinematography is top-notch, while the editor could have tightened the first half by removing some unnecessary scenes. The film’s rich production values are awe-inspiring, especially in depicting the Atomic Bomb explosion without CGI.
Verdict:
In Oppenheimer, Christopher Nolan once again proves that he is fantastic at narrating stories in the best possible way. Cillian Murphy’s performance is commendable, and he will undoubtedly be bestowed with prestigious awards for his portrayal. However, the scattered timelines and unnecessary scenes may create confusion and boredom for some viewers. If you can overlook these aspects and remain attentive to the plot, book your tickets for the movie this weekend to experience Nolan’s magic.
