This is intelligent filmmaking which shows it's audience great respect. It fires dialogue packed with information at a relentless pace and jumps to very different times in Oppenheimer's life continuously through it's 3 hour runtime.

Is Oppenheimer worth the time?

“Oppenheimer” is a great achievement in formal and conceptual terms, and fully absorbing, but Nolan's filmmaking is, crucially, in service to the history that it relates.

Is Oppenheimer overhyped?

Too much formula and very little original thought. You may not like Oppenheimer, but at least it's not Out of Africa. I think there's a pretty good film in there, just that it would only be 2 hours long. The shifting timelines added little for me, and the Florence Pugh storyline was pretty unnecessary.

Is Oppenheimer worth seeing a second time?

Oppenheimer, as a film, is truly a spectacle to watch. You, of course, notice that the first time too, but the second watch gave the film its meaning/ its essence.

Is Oppenheimer hit or flop?

But sure enough, the biopic starring Cillian Murphy as the so-called father of the atomic bomb has become a full-fledged blockbuster with a fighting chance at joining the billion-dollar club. After 10 weeks of release, “Oppenheimer” has earned a staggering $926 million at the worldwide box office.

Is Oppenheimer worth 3 hours?

What is the biggest flop in Hollywood history?

Is Oppenheimer hard to watch?

A challenging watch to be sure, but a worthwhile one. One of the most anticipated films of the year for many people, myself included, Oppenheimer largely delivers.

Why is Oppenheimer so hyped?

1) Fascination for nuclear bomb and the movie's true story

The words "nuclear bomb" are themselves enough to get any person's attention. What's more is that the movie depicts a true story. The movie is based on the Pulitzer Prize–winning biography "American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer."

Why was Oppenheimer so skinny?

He pointed out that the scientist had a slim frame due to his diet, which meant losing weight. "I had to lose quite a bit of weight, and we worked with the costume and tailoring," he said. "He was very slim, almost emaciated, existed on martinis and cigarettes."

What WTF is Oppenheimer about?

Oppenheimer is a 2023 epic biographical thriller drama film written, directed, and produced by Christopher Nolan. It follows the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the American theoretical physicist who helped develop the first nuclear weapons during World War II.

Did Oppenheimer win a Nobel Prize?

Though the creation of the first atomic weapons made Oppenheimer a household name, his celebrity did not translate into a Nobel Prize.

Who was smarter Einstein or Oppenheimer?

Summary. Oppenheimer's IQ of 135 places him in the 99th percentile of intelligence, while Einstein's estimated IQ is 160, in the genius category.

Is the film Oppenheimer woke?

WOKE ELEMENTS

There are a lot of comments floating around in cyber-space that Oppenheimer is a pro-communist/anti-American film. However, I would argue that it's more accurate to say that it never fully commits to either of those propositions.

Did Truman call Oppenheimer a crybaby?

Truman did call Oppenheimer a 'crybaby scientist' but not directly or during the depicted event. Events in Oppenheimer film differed slightly from historical reality, adding drama to the scene. Nolan clarified Truman's remark as a response to Oppenheimer expressing guilt post-atomic bombings.

What did Einstein say to Oppenheimer?

As Einstein turns to leave, Oppenheimer calls his name. “When I came to you with those calculations,” he says. “We thought we might start a chain reaction that would destroy the entire world.” “I remember it well,” Einstein replies.

Did Japan ban Oppenheimer?

Japan hasn't completely banned "Oppenheimer" from its theaters, but neither is there a release date for the movie in the country.

Who didn't like Oppenheimer?

In reality, Einstein did not like Oppenheimer's personality and was a committed pacifist who came to regret his role in the creation of the Manhattan Project. Oppenheimer and Einstein had differing scientific beliefs, and Oppenheimer would not have asked Einstein for a second opinion on nuclear fission.

Is Oppenheimer a slow movie?

If there is one area where Oppenheimer falls slightly short, it is in its pacing. Some viewers may find certain portions of the film to be slower and more contemplative, focusing on introspection and dialogue rather than action.

How gory is Oppenheimer?

A man envisions a nuclear bomb going off and he imagines what would happen to its victims. We see a woman's skin begin to peel from her face (not as graphic as it sounds), a man vomiting, and a charred corpse lying on the ground that is stepped in.

How many Oscars did Oppenheimer win?

"Oppenheimer" won seven Oscars Sunday night, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor. It also won for Best Film Editing and Best Cinematography. Ludwig Göransson also took home the Oscar for Best Original Score.

Is Albert Einstein in Oppenheimer movie?

Albert Einstein plays a significant role in the Christopher Nolan film, "Oppenheimer." In reality, Einstein and J. Robert Oppenheimer knew each other but weren't friends until much later. The real Einstein wouldn't have helped Oppenheimer with top-secret calculations about the atomic bomb.

Which actor has never had a flop?

Is there an actor/actress who never had a flop movie in their entire career? Sure — John Cazale. Primarily a stage actor, he only appeared in five films before dying of lung cancer at age 42.

Which actor has all flop movies?

Mithun Chakraborty is number one on the list of Bollywood actors with the most flops. Jeetendra is in second place with 106 flops.

Which actor has more flops?

Mithun Chakraborty has the dubious distinction of starring in the highest number of flop films in his career in Hindi cinema. The popular actor has 180 flop films in his career as a lead actor.