Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer

Oppenheimer

2023Movie181 minEnglish

The story of J. Robert Oppenheimer's role in the development of the atomic bomb during World War II.

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IMDb8.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic88/100
Google Users94%
Director: Christopher NolanGenres: Biography, Drama, History

Plot Summary

During World War II, theoretical physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer is credited by the U.S. government as the "father of the atomic bomb" for his role in the Manhattan Project. The film chronicles his life and the moral and ethical consequences of developing and deploying the weapon. It delves into his complex relationships and the political ramifications he faced, particularly during the McCarthy era.

Critical Reception

Oppenheimer was met with widespread critical acclaim, with particular praise for Nolan's direction, the screenplay, Cillian Murphy's performance, and the technical aspects. It was also a significant box office success, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 2023 and the highest-grossing World War II film.

What Reviewers Say

  • A monumental achievement in filmmaking, delivering a profound and challenging exploration of a pivotal historical figure.
  • Cillian Murphy's central performance is captivating, anchoring the film's intense focus and complex narrative.
  • Technically brilliant with stunning visuals and an immersive sound design that heightens the dramatic tension.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly lauded Oppenheimer for its masterful storytelling, Cillian Murphy's compelling performance, and the film's thought-provoking examination of scientific responsibility and historical events. Many highlighted the immersive cinematic experience and Nolan's directorial prowess.

Awards & Accolades

Won 7 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor (Cillian Murphy). Nominated for 13 Academy Awards. Won 5 Golden Globe Awards including Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director, and Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama. Won 7 BAFTA Awards. Recognized with numerous other awards and nominations from critics' circles and guild awards.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on IMAX 65mm and 65mm film, including a section in black-and-white, marking a significant technical undertaking for historical dramas.

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aGoryLouie

aGoryLouie

excellent, a perfect example of true defined cinema At a whopping three hours long it, very much like LOTR, feels considerably less. A must watch
Sarthak Bharad

Sarthak Bharad

> **Oppenheimer:** I feel like I have blood on my hands, sir. > > **Truman:** [takes a handkerchief from his pocket and gives it to him] You think anyone in Hiroshima or Nagasaki gives a shit about who built the bomb? an incredibly we...
Thulan Perera

Thulan Perera

The cinematic masterpiece that is Oppenheimer leaves an indelible impression on anyone who watches it. Christopher Nolan has truly outdone himself with this film, delivering a poignant message about the horrors of nuclear war. The superb di...
Louisa Moore - Screen Zealots

Louisa Moore - S...

The intersection of innovation, science, political bureaucracy, and ethics meet in writer-director Christopher Nolan‘s “Oppenheimer,” a dark, challenging biopic about the father of the atomic bomb, Dr. J. Robert Oppenheimer. This profound e...
rsanek

rsanek

Cillian Murphy, so hot right now. Film is a little long though.
tropicalicecedar

tropicalicecedar

This film takes you on an exhilarating journey through history, skillfully weaving together captivating storytelling and breathtaking visuals. The performances were top-notch, leaving me completely immersed in the characters' emotions. A de...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

Cillian Murphy offers an assured and considered performance here as the man who is credited with developing the bomb that hastened the end of WWII in the far east. He is the increasingly acclaimed, eponymous, physicist who is made aware by ...
Brent Marchant

Brent Marchant

Telling the story of a larger-than-life individual truly calls for a larger-than-life film, and that’s precisely what writer-director Christopher Nolan has come up with in his latest feature outing, handily the best work of his career. Nola...
fireheart92

fireheart92

**OPPENHEIMER IS "NOT FOR EVERYONE" AS STATED BY CHRISTROPHER NOLAN BEFORE THE RELEASE OF THE FILM HIMSELF. ** But those who have ample knowledge of physics and chemistry, this film is a masterpiece. The film takes the viewer into the mind ...
Manuel São Bento

Manuel São Bento

FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://www.firstshowing.net/2023/review-nolans-oppenheimer-is-a-harrowing-tale-of-one-mans-life/ "Oppenheimer is a true masterclass in how to build extreme tension and suspense through fast, detailed dialogue,...