Oppenheimer
Universal Pictures | Release Date: July 21, 2023
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Kadir_cansuJul 21, 2023
Film gerçekten harikaydı. Filmi anlamak için Oppenheimer'ın hayatıyla ilgili bir ön araştırma yapmanızı öneririm. Zihinlerde iz bırakacak bir baş yapıt kesinlikle.
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XabossJul 21, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked it but I think it's way too complex to try to cover Oppenheimer's psychological problems, the trials and his backstory in one film.… Expand
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5aurusJul 21, 2023
Wow, that movie was great. Especially the explosion scenes were really enjoyable to watch and listen to. I would like to see more of Jack Quaid's Feynman character. Although the movie seems to go in a different direction after a certain eventWow, that movie was great. Especially the explosion scenes were really enjoyable to watch and listen to. I would like to see more of Jack Quaid's Feynman character. Although the movie seems to go in a different direction after a certain event (which I would like to watch more side characters instead of these parts), it managed to glue me to the screen during its 3 hour duration.… Expand
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gracjanskiAug 1, 2023
I expected a bit more from this movie. The beginning was a bit long, Cillian murphy is almost in every scene and he is ugly (because too thin), some scenes are edited too fast.
The twist into the bureaucratic fight against Straus was great
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mrc_brnJul 27, 2023
An 8 seems too low a score, a 9 maybe a slight exaggeration. It's a good movie though, a great story and it's well told. It's a tapestry of stories really, from very macro developments (pre-2nd world war through mcarthyism) to interpersonalAn 8 seems too low a score, a 9 maybe a slight exaggeration. It's a good movie though, a great story and it's well told. It's a tapestry of stories really, from very macro developments (pre-2nd world war through mcarthyism) to interpersonal relationships of the many characters, to the internal turmoil en development within the main character, Robert Oppenheimer. Very creative use of sound, vision, color and abstract visions to convey complex inner feelings/thoughts of the titular character. The performances across the board of the many a-list actors is fantastic as well. The 3-hours running time never felt long to me. Amazing to think this all really happened.… Expand
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LisaLR1Jul 22, 2023
Saw OPPENHEIMER on Saturday in its 70mm large format screening. Really a phenomenal piece of filmmaking by writer and director Christopher Nolan, the story centered around the Father of the Atomic Bomb and leader of The Manhattan Project atSaw OPPENHEIMER on Saturday in its 70mm large format screening. Really a phenomenal piece of filmmaking by writer and director Christopher Nolan, the story centered around the Father of the Atomic Bomb and leader of The Manhattan Project at Los Alamos, J. Robert Oppenheimer, played to perfection by actor Cillian Murphy. Worth noting, as well is the extraordinary performance by actor Robert Downey Jr. as Lewis Strauss. It wouldn't surprise me if both actors receive Oscar nominations for their character portrayals, they are that good! Also great in supporting roles, Emily Blunt (Kitty Oppenheimer), Matt Damon (General Leslie Groves), Jason Clarke (Roger Robb) and an appearance by Gary Oldman as President Truman. Returning as Nolan's DOP is Hoyte van Hoytema (Interstellar, Dunkirk, Tenet) whose cinematography in Oppenheimer is breathtaking. Love the new black and white photography created especially for the film, it is sharp, clean and crisp. Just like in Nolan's 2000 film, Memento, the black and white is juxtaposed with color, perfectly utilized for past and present scenes and as a way to interpret the lead character's moral struggles and ambiguity. I had no problem with the 3 hour runtime, dialogue was intelligent and the film moves at a good pace thanks to streamlined editing by Jennifer Lame (Tenet) and a strong, haunting score by Ludwig Göransson (Tenet). Oppenheimer is quite the triumph for Chris Nolan.… Expand
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BeastJ18Jul 25, 2023
Oppenheimer is beautiful, extraordinary and devastating. It is magic. Best film of this year by a mile so far, hands down. And I really, really didn’t expect to say this- but this is Christopher Nolan’s best film. Maybe not my favourite, andOppenheimer is beautiful, extraordinary and devastating. It is magic. Best film of this year by a mile so far, hands down. And I really, really didn’t expect to say this- but this is Christopher Nolan’s best film. Maybe not my favourite, and I don’t think it’ll ever be. And my favourite film of the year is Blackberry. But I believe critically that, this is his magnum opus. Cillian deserves the Oscar so far. And Nolan deserves most of the other Oscars so far. This is a special film, for all of its playful, perfect brilliance of direction, writing, cinematography, editing, sound, performance… No pun intended, but it blew me away. I think this is one for the ages, and the benchmark for both Nolan and films in 2023.… Expand
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sammeyerlukeJul 23, 2023
This was a great movie. All of the actors did a great job. My only complaint is that it was almost 4 hours long(not saying that's bad) . Would watch again.
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GosuTomTomJul 23, 2023
Movie is a masterpiece imo. First real cinema movie I've seen in a while (as opposed to braindead entertainment à la Marvel/Disney). Casting is insanely good, sound effects feel like a slap in the face, and the movie is perfectly rythmed soMovie is a masterpiece imo. First real cinema movie I've seen in a while (as opposed to braindead entertainment à la Marvel/Disney). Casting is insanely good, sound effects feel like a slap in the face, and the movie is perfectly rythmed so you don't feel like you spent 3h in a theater.… Expand
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HabibiehakimJul 22, 2023
8.5/10
Let's talk about the flaws right away, i did feel the length of the film in all three act especially in the first and second act mostly the build up to the Trinity climax, i thought they added a bit too much, they're definitely missing8.5/10
Let's talk about the flaws right away, i did feel the length of the film in all three act especially in the first and second act mostly the build up to the Trinity climax, i thought they added a bit too much, they're definitely missing some one and two key figure and scene that i felt was important to be included in the movie, i actually fine with how they dealt with the Hiroshima and Nagasaki scene, and that's about it really, Oppenheimer was definitely a movie that you have to watch in IMAX, the sound, the color, the resolution, and of course the size of the screen, it is a very fascinating story directed by one of our beloved and best movie director's right now, played so incredibly well by Cillian Murphy, calling Oscar's best actor nomination already, a 3 hours epic biopic that is unique and i've never seen before, i was engaged by the story the whole time, and while i can see lot's of people will mixed about it, well i recommend you to at least read the story before just so you know a little bit of background, then you can at least appreciate it, what Nolan does with Oppenheimer is his way of narrating the film was just terrific, again added with terrific performance by all the cast, the beautiful practical effects and the way they edited it was incredible, overall Oppenheimer was indeed a terrific movie, despite the flaws of a missing key figure and scene and phasing, i was still entertained, i was still engaged, i was still blown away, and i was still amazed by the movie.… Expand
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Shehryar23Jul 23, 2023
MASTERPIECE. I had goosebumps the entire 3 hours! MUST SEE. Christopher Nolan once again showing us why he’s a legend!
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TheLivingM3m3Jul 25, 2023
A masterclass in cinematography and composing brings us, once again, another Christopher Nolan classic. The way Oppenheimer builds tension and keeps you watching is parallel to no other movie I have ever seen in my lifetime. I found myselfA masterclass in cinematography and composing brings us, once again, another Christopher Nolan classic. The way Oppenheimer builds tension and keeps you watching is parallel to no other movie I have ever seen in my lifetime. I found myself glued to my seat with my heart racing during some of the best directed and composed scenes in the history of film.… Expand
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royalguy07Jul 22, 2023
A fulfilling and dramatic look into the lead up and the guilt involved in working on this project, the cast is all working at their best here, honestly too many to mention properly, a new one is lurking around every corner. Production andA fulfilling and dramatic look into the lead up and the guilt involved in working on this project, the cast is all working at their best here, honestly too many to mention properly, a new one is lurking around every corner. Production and sound design is excellent in typical Nolan fashion. I just found myself a little detached and confused at a couple spots.… Expand
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OrazioJul 29, 2023
Magnífico, Christopher Nolan mi papá GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD
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JanHempelJul 26, 2023
Unit and History. This time from the perspective of the guilty, not the victims, as in "Hiroshima mon amoroux". Nolan's best film yet, but let's give him a few more chances.
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Conti_g0Jul 24, 2023
Gostei bastante do filme, da forma que foi retratada a história do físico J. Robert Oppenheimer e a costrução do projeto Manhattan. Não vou mentir, temos MUITOS diálogos no filme e se você perder a atenção por 5 minutos, vai perder o fio daGostei bastante do filme, da forma que foi retratada a história do físico J. Robert Oppenheimer e a costrução do projeto Manhattan. Não vou mentir, temos MUITOS diálogos no filme e se você perder a atenção por 5 minutos, vai perder o fio da meada.… Expand
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DenizBKCJul 23, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An excellent biographical production by Nolan. The acting and cinematography are of excellent quality.… Expand
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RaynkmanJul 25, 2023
Oppenheimer was a complicated person and this film remarkably shows that and i think this is the brilliance of Nolan.All actors are amazing be it Cillian or Blunt but it was Rdj who stole the show, what a perfomance by him he was menacing andOppenheimer was a complicated person and this film remarkably shows that and i think this is the brilliance of Nolan.All actors are amazing be it Cillian or Blunt but it was Rdj who stole the show, what a perfomance by him he was menacing and ruthless.Ludwig is the next big thing his score is beautiful and haunting.Hoyte is brilliant like always.… Expand
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numsacsymJul 24, 2023
It’s a masterpiece. Running at breakneck speed, the narrative is a tapestry of interweaving timelines that feels natural thanks to brilliant editing. Characters are written with empathy and played to perfection by some of the greatestIt’s a masterpiece. Running at breakneck speed, the narrative is a tapestry of interweaving timelines that feels natural thanks to brilliant editing. Characters are written with empathy and played to perfection by some of the greatest screen-actors of our time. The cinematography is breathtaking, the score stirring, the sound-design stunning. All in service of an epic story of a modern-day Prometheus who stole fire from the Gods and gifted it to mankind, only to be condemned to eternal torment.… Expand
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jonnywhyJul 23, 2023
Excellent film by Nolan and Murphy, RDJ also great in it, the production design is fantastic as always in a Nolan film, only flaws i could find was the overly long runtime and also the third act was a bit off for me
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TrolisjwJul 26, 2023
It's almost as if the trajectory of Christopher Nolan's career was leading up to this film, but I don't think I was expecting "Oppenheimer" to leave me this moved as this very well could be the best film he's ever directed and his actualIt's almost as if the trajectory of Christopher Nolan's career was leading up to this film, but I don't think I was expecting "Oppenheimer" to leave me this moved as this very well could be the best film he's ever directed and his actual masterpiece. Being based on the book "American Prometheus," we get the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer who was brought on by Lewis Strauss to helm the Manhattan Project that led to the creation of the atomic bomb but Nolan's focus was on the mam himself and not the bomb which proves to be brilliant as we get a deep and haunting character study of the aftermath and see how this action led to not only thousands of deaths in Hiroshima and Nagasaki, but the guilt and weight that the "man who moved the earth" was forced to live with. Cillian Murphy as Oppenheimer proves to be the best casting choice made for this biopic as his eyes in close-ups tell you everything you need to know about what he's thinking, but in addition this brilliant actor conveys so much conviction and deep regret for all of his skeletons that you're left with a broken man who started off doing something monumental with ambitious intentions but slowly realizes what he's just actually done to the rest of the world, but Robert Downey Jr. as Strauss has my lock already for Best Supporting Actor with what could be his best career work as a man who proves to be more than an antagonist in this film.

Nolan's love for practical effects sees him deliver a truly monumental achievement as there's not one single shot of CGI in this film, which is combined with some gorgeous cinematography from Hoyte Van Hoytema but Ludwig Gorranson's music for this film might be his best ever as it cues and swells all throughout the 3-hour runtime and makes this film feel like a thriller and horror movie because of how intense it can get depending on the scene and characters it's focused on ay the moment. Emily Blunt might also get a Beat Supporting Actress nomination as her work as Oppenheimer's wife Kitty sees her as a woman who endures just as much of the pain her husband does as she tries her best to support him even when the walls are closing in and her scene in the final act of this film during an interrogation is just spectacular, and the number of actors in this film is just beyond ridiculous ranging from Matt Damon, Florence Pugh, Jack Quaid, Josh Hartnett, Rami Malek, Alden Ehrenreich, Matthew Modine, Jason Clarke, Josh Peck, and many many more. With this being a 3-hour runtime, the film feels as if it's missing 30 minutes somewhere as it flows better than most films of this length as the dialogue and characters keep you hooked within the story especially as the story is weaving between the color scenes which are completely subjective to Oppenheimer while the black and white are objective to everyone else, but the strength is how much this film paints the man as a deeply complex character with his past demons exposed but also someone who understood the repercussions and fallout from the contributions to something revolutionary and I honestly can't wait to revisit this again. Nolan proves yet again why he's one of the most important filmmakers working today as he made a mature and profound dramatic biopic about one of the most important men in American and world history.… Expand
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WebramosJul 28, 2023
Another amazing Christopher Nolan movie! Amazing cinematography, great storytelling and an incredible cast. Take your hard-earned Barbie money and watch this one instead.
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cbassJul 23, 2023
The negative reviews are reviewing it for something that the movie just isn't. It's not an action movie and it's not just about the bomb. If you have a modicum of media literacy you'll love it.
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kalcolinJul 23, 2023
Masterclass from Nolan! Scripts, editing, soundtrack, things discussed in the film. Everything is perfect. 10 out of 10. Amazing performance from the actors and actresses.
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Beast413Jul 24, 2023
One of the best Christopher Nolan movie... Wonderful cinematography... And what to say about Cillian Murphy literally brilliantly portrayed definitely winning the Best Actor in Oscar... And then RDJ outstanding performance RDJ as a villian isOne of the best Christopher Nolan movie... Wonderful cinematography... And what to say about Cillian Murphy literally brilliantly portrayed definitely winning the Best Actor in Oscar... And then RDJ outstanding performance RDJ as a villian is the best thing in the world Oscar for the best Supporting actor... This movie is definitely gonna grap many Oscars if they do not do cheating... Cillian Murphy is God… Expand
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Deadly_MonkeyJul 24, 2023
One word to describe this movie "masterpiece" from cinematography to acting everything is top notch I stayed on my seat for 10 minutes after the credits rolled such is the impact of this movie
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EuphemeJul 24, 2023
This is one of the best movies I watched in my life if you are interested in science you will love this movie
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rakeshrajarockyJul 25, 2023
It’s a great biopic with an element of intriguing screenplay and narration by Nolan…if you can set your expectations right then this movie will not disappoint or even surprise you!!
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MegaCorp4Jul 26, 2023
It's hard to remember a film I've seen in cinema's that has lived up to my expectations, but this one perhaps exceeded them. An IMAX viewing demonstrates a masterful telling of J. Robert Oppenheimer's life in a way that no other can match.It's hard to remember a film I've seen in cinema's that has lived up to my expectations, but this one perhaps exceeded them. An IMAX viewing demonstrates a masterful telling of J. Robert Oppenheimer's life in a way that no other can match. This movie will quite possibly go down as Christopher Nolan's Magnum Opus.… Expand
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Lemur123yJul 26, 2023
Incredible achievement to create a movie Thats is 3 hours long and barely contains any action, but completely entchants you in its tension.
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OppenheimerGGJul 28, 2023
Amazing movie! Great acting great story exciting trough whole movie. Not boring at all felt more like 1 hour, dont care about those barbie fans trying to lower the rating.
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Henrique2525Jul 28, 2023
Uma experiência incrível, imersão perfeita que te faz entrar na pele de Robert.Oppenheimer
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NaifhJul 22, 2023
One of the best movies I’ve ever watched,
Truly a masterpiece, one of many, as Nolan doesn’t seem to miss.

Cillian Murphy’s was amazing
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johnnygaussJul 21, 2023
Desde o primeiro momento até o último, senti-me verdadeiramente honrado em testemunhar uma arte cinematográfica tão fascinante e hipnotizante na tela. A cada quadro exibido, a beleza e a maestria da produção cativaram todos os meus sentidos.Desde o primeiro momento até o último, senti-me verdadeiramente honrado em testemunhar uma arte cinematográfica tão fascinante e hipnotizante na tela. A cada quadro exibido, a beleza e a maestria da produção cativaram todos os meus sentidos. Através de sua narrativa envolvente, fui transportado para um mundo de emoções e descobertas, pronto para absorver cada detalhe da história.

Nunca em toda a minha vida experimentei um nível tão extraordinário de cinematografia e trabalho de câmera. A cada cena, fui surpreendido com ângulos criativos, movimentos precisos e enquadramentos que amplificaram a experiência cinematográfica a um nível impressionante. A equipe por trás dessa obra-prima conquistou algo realmente notável, transformando-a em um verdadeiro marco no cinema, entregando-a na tela com uma magia e autenticidade inigualáveis.

O ritmo do filme é incrivelmente bem estruturado, permitindo que a história se desenrole com fluidez, ao mesmo tempo em que mantém uma tensão emocional constante. O roteiro é habilmente escrito, proporcionando um respeito aos personagens e aos temas abordados. A atuação em cada cena é notável, contando com atores talentosos e renomados, cuja entrega e expressividade elevam o nível da trama.

Houve momentos em que a experiência foi absolutamente, positivamente aterrorizante. A cena que retrata o teste da bomba é, sem dúvida, uma das cenas mais assustadoras, chocantes e aterrorizantes da história do cinema. Contudo, é também uma das cenas mais brilhantes que já presenciei em toda a minha vida. A forma como essa sequência é retratada evoca uma onda de emoções, desde medo profundo até uma apreciação inquietante pela maestria do cinema.
Além disso, o filme consegue transmitir com maestria os sentimentos de luto, luta, egoísmo e a fria realidade do governo em que vivemos, tudo isso enquanto respeita e presta homenagem ao contexto histórico abordado. Ele consegue ser impactante, assustador e, por vezes, perturbador sem precisar recorrer a uma única imagem gráfica de violência explícita.
As atuações de Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr. e Emily Blunt são simplesmente dignas de prêmios como o Oscar, e não posso deixar de mencionar o talento de outros atores, muitos dos quais podem passar despercebidos em meio ao brilho dos protagonistas.… Expand
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memlJul 21, 2023
Mr. Nolan is a legendary genius, he surprised me so much, a unique film

A masterpiece and unique It will definitely be Mr. Nolan's best movie. As for the biography of this physicist, I know that it will be one of the most memorable films inMr. Nolan is a legendary genius, he surprised me so much, a unique film

A masterpiece and unique
It will definitely be Mr. Nolan's best movie. As for the biography of this physicist, I know that it will be one of the most memorable films in history.
Date and nominee for the best film.

If it is the best film of this year and nominated for the best director, it will be very good.

"I hope you all realize that Mr. Nolan is the best director" Undoubtedly, he deserves an Academy Award⭐… Expand
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arostislavnaJul 21, 2023
A horror movie in slow motion is at best how I describe it. A longer film that didn't feel long, but had it's faults with sections being irratic scenes on their way to building the bomb, and thus you should pay close attention.

The onlyA horror movie in slow motion is at best how I describe it. A longer film that didn't feel long, but had it's faults with sections being irratic scenes on their way to building the bomb, and thus you should pay close attention.

The only fault I give Nolan is not actually showing the victims' photos from Hiroshima & Nagasaki.

Nobody would stand for war if included, now we live with the fact that NATO has provoked far too many times and madmen from the west think deterrence is a wives tale.… Expand
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JLuis_001Jul 21, 2023
Christopher Nolan is quite a renowned director, so much so that he has successfully secured major studio financing for films that few other directors may ever have the opportunity to direct. However, up until this point, the majority of hisChristopher Nolan is quite a renowned director, so much so that he has successfully secured major studio financing for films that few other directors may ever have the opportunity to direct. However, up until this point, the majority of his works have revolved around science fiction, and even with a film like Dunkirk in his repertoire, Oppenheimer is the film that feels like his graduation.

While this film might not be the magnum opus I had in mind, I reiterate that I judge based on results rather than expectations. Despite encountering a few execution and tonal hiccups, it remains a great piece of work and showcases Nolan's most mature and sober effort in his entire career.
And incidentally it's supported by an exceptional performance from Cillian Murphy who I believe has delivered the definitive role of his profession.

The cast is huge, but the big names are Murphy and Robert Downey Jr. who succeeds in completely shedding the Tony Stark persona. And it's not that I doubted he could pull it off, but there are a lot of people who only know him for that role.

I'll admit, the three-hour length doesn't really impact the film's overall performance, but it does affect how time is handled. Throughout the movie, we see jumps to various time periods, yet everything centers on the testing of the first nuclear bomb, which happens in the second hour. It's at this point that Oppenheimer takes a different turn, delving into the aftermath of the act and the devastating attacks on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, so the issues becomes about politics and moral repercussions.

It definitely doesn't change the effect of what the story is trying to tell but I could notice that the audience's reaction changed in that hour because everything after that moment is pure dialogue. As I said we are talking about something serious, but I can understand how some will be conflicted when their idea of entertainment is shaken by the fact that in that particular hour they are no longer building suspense but dealing with the consequences of what a legacy implies. And what a legacy we're talking about.

Oppenheimer delivers the goods and that's the most important thing about it.
It's a great movie that has to be seen in the big screen because it is made for them.… Expand
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evansideasJul 21, 2023
Oppenheimer is an exceptional cinematic achievement that surpasses all expectations, making it an absolute must-see in theaters. Christopher Nolan's direction is both intelligent and captivating. Known for his intricate narratives, NolanOppenheimer is an exceptional cinematic achievement that surpasses all expectations, making it an absolute must-see in theaters. Christopher Nolan's direction is both intelligent and captivating. Known for his intricate narratives, Nolan applies his skills to this historical context, creating a gripping film about power, guilt, and scientific morality. His attention to detail, well-constructed storyline, and unique narrative style are impressive, making Oppenheimer a standout piece in his renowned filmography.

Cillian Murphy's portrayal of the title character, J. Robert Oppenheimer, is phenomenal. He embodies the character's dual nature as a brilliant physicist and a troubled individual, drawing empathy from the audience. Murphy's performance is enhanced by his chemistry with a stellar supporting cast, adding to the film's narrative depth.

To sum up, Oppenheimer is a triumphant film that educates, entertains, and moves its audience. Its meld of Nolan's visionary direction and Murphy's superb performance make it a transformative experience not to be missed in theaters. This film sets new standards for biopics and solidifies the reputations of Nolan and Murphy as leaders in their crafts.… Expand
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Deadshot159Jul 21, 2023
Oppenheimer truly shows that Nolan Christopher is an amazing director. The movie is packed with emotions and great attention to the Oppenheimers personality and overally all other characters. Effects were outstanding, what I mean by effectsOppenheimer truly shows that Nolan Christopher is an amazing director. The movie is packed with emotions and great attention to the Oppenheimers personality and overally all other characters. Effects were outstanding, what I mean by effects are not effects that adds to the graphical detail instead adds to the emotional detail. Who would have thought that story about a scientist making an atomic bomb would be so packed with emotions.… Expand
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pixeltron9000Jul 21, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Oppenheimer is a master piece it’s so gooooooooooooooooooooooooo
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YoungArthurJul 21, 2023
A maior experiência audiovisual da minha vida. Direção impecável, trilha sonora perfeita e atuações incríveis.
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QuagFire101Jul 22, 2023
It's Long, Slow, and Emotionally Draining, so it's not the easiest to recommend, but it is one of this year's best films and probably the best film by Christopher Nolan.
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michele226Jul 21, 2023
Impeccable cinema. Masterclass in cinematography and thoroughly enjoyable. Oscar-worthy performances and music.
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BigDaddyAstroJul 22, 2023
Oppenheimer Be slappin like that Atomic bomb he be droppin, Poor Robbie be havin hard times in this movie, he may be having a bad time but you will have good time when you see this
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Aegnor2001Jul 21, 2023
The Nolan movie with the best directing and the most accomplished in general. There is a big improvment and it result in a true masterpiece in acting, directing and storytelling.
Brilliant.
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daweasel271Jul 21, 2023
What an incredible movie, it is 3 hours but it doesn't feel like 3 hours as you are transported into that world with those characters. You always want to feel what's next.
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hadassapJul 21, 2023
the movie really is all that, I'll say right away that the note is 10/10. I never imagined I'd be so tense as the countdown to a test bomb explodes.
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YellowleninJul 21, 2023
Это один из наилучших фильмов который я видел в своей жизни
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Felipe_StellaJul 21, 2023
Sensational movie, this is a masterclass by Nolan. The soundtrack is a masterpiece, you get so involved, that you don’t pay attention that the movie has 3 hours. What a fantastic performance by Cillian, Robert, Florance and Emily. I highlySensational movie, this is a masterclass by Nolan. The soundtrack is a masterpiece, you get so involved, that you don’t pay attention that the movie has 3 hours. What a fantastic performance by Cillian, Robert, Florance and Emily. I highly recommend watching this masterpiece in a IMAX theater.… Expand
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muldjordJul 21, 2023
With Nolan's usual Nolanisms this movie does a near-perfect job at portraying the narrative surrounding Oppenheimer throughout his career. And his inner workings as well. We get an eerily grim look at what it means to be The Father of theWith Nolan's usual Nolanisms this movie does a near-perfect job at portraying the narrative surrounding Oppenheimer throughout his career. And his inner workings as well. We get an eerily grim look at what it means to be The Father of the Atom Bomb. When it comes to the character of Oppenheimer nothing escapes this movie. Everything from the moral complexities to the politics is investigated to the last detail.

Which is also the slight problem this movie has. There is a lot of "time travel" in this movie. And oftentimes scenes are cut in a way that makes it feel like the characters are having conversations with each other through the fabric of time.

It speaks well into the idea of quantum mechanics. So in that respect it's spot-on for the theme of the movie. But it is also slightly confusing to follow along with it.

And ultimately that leaves about 1 third of the movie in a bit of a weird half-confusing / dull limbo. At least to me.

I'd have liked it to focus more on the mechanics of developing the bomb itself. It didn't exactly glance over it as much as it neglected to focus on it. The parts are there but it rarely goes beyond merely mentioning their breakthroughs in conversation until we get to the initial big boom.

And that's probably a fault of my own expecting these things to be elaborated upon. The movie is called Oppenheimer and not The Manhattan Project after all.

So a heads up if you, like me, expect it to focus on The Manhattan Project. It does, but it's only a relatively short part of the movie and it is deliberately focused on Oppenheimer's character more so than the bomb itself during these parts.… Expand
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MetaltoJul 21, 2023
One of the best Movies I've seen. The sfx are very nice made, the whole Movie is catching till the end and there wasn't any point, where you're just be bored, there was always something exciting
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joshybeanJul 21, 2023
At first I felt a bit conflicted, but I think this is the first movie in a long time where I feel that the length was genuinely earned. As the movie went on it became better and better. Its a Nolan film and with that means that nothing inAt first I felt a bit conflicted, but I think this is the first movie in a long time where I feel that the length was genuinely earned. As the movie went on it became better and better. Its a Nolan film and with that means that nothing in this movie is going to be simple and the immediate launch into the different timelines of Oppenheimers life I imagine was a lot for much of the audience. However once we reached the middle it all became so clear. As the movie goes on I just felt everything clicking into place and the more I watched the more entertained I was. It's a great film and if anyone is on the fence about seeing it or maybe walked out early on because they did not fully grasp everything happening. I beg you to watch it in its entirety and you will not regret it.… Expand
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BagelSpotJul 21, 2023
Stop trolling! Ok guys? I admit. I was a troll as well. But this is serious stuff. Stop trolling and giving it a 0, youre ruining the movie's reputation. Someone said it gave it a 6/10 but they voted for a 0? Wtf????? Why not 6 like youStop trolling! Ok guys? I admit. I was a troll as well. But this is serious stuff. Stop trolling and giving it a 0, youre ruining the movie's reputation. Someone said it gave it a 6/10 but they voted for a 0? Wtf????? Why not 6 like you said??? Are you trying to hurt this movie just because it wasn't perfect??? The gap between 0 and 6 is huge, do you really want to diminish the score that much ?? So much more than it actually deserves??? And dont pretend like you didnt know this was a biopic. It wasnt a "tiresome" or "uninteresting" movie, just grounded in reality as it is a biopic. It's the genre of the movie! You should have known that when you came in the theatre. Anyway, Nolan's style is still present. And the acting is marvelous, Murphy was very much in character. And yes, biopics contain the characters personal life. So, for anyone that reads this, if the audience score is anything below 9.5, DON'T TRUST IT!!!! Too many trolls on metacritic.… Expand
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RooseweldJul 21, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incredible Movie, one of Nolans Best, everything from the performances to the sound, editing, and ludwigs score, production design, everything is perfect. Cillian murphy Gives an amazing performance, and so does Robert Downey Jr, and both of them have guaranteed an oscar nom and most likely a win. 9.5/10… Expand
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n8cv1996Jul 21, 2023
8.6 / 10 fo me — but I’ll round up to 9; good movie worth watching for all Americans imo.
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AravdaboiJul 21, 2023
Oppenheimer was not what I expected, in a good way. Was very dialogue heavy, but was visually stunning at the same time. The music was
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Signal1Jul 21, 2023
I felt the length of the movie. While the production value is off the charts, one does come out of the theatre wondering if the script could not have been trimmed and made more economical. Yes, the movie got me thinking but it did not get meI felt the length of the movie. While the production value is off the charts, one does come out of the theatre wondering if the script could not have been trimmed and made more economical. Yes, the movie got me thinking but it did not get me feeling anything. Was expecting Nolan to do both.… Expand
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DancukaJul 23, 2023
Another great movie by Nolan. While it doesnt try to go for a mind-twisting epic, the movie portrais a masterfull drama of Oppenheimer.
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Rebecca31Jul 23, 2023
Nolan’s back again only this time with a biography about “the father of the atomic bomb,” J. Robert Oppenheimer. Prepare yourself for a Summer blockbuster unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. In a 3 hour spectacular movie that demandsNolan’s back again only this time with a biography about “the father of the atomic bomb,” J. Robert Oppenheimer. Prepare yourself for a Summer blockbuster unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. In a 3 hour spectacular movie that demands your full attention. Spanning from Oppenheimer’s early life, his time leading the Manhattan project & the creation of the devastating bomb that the Americans used to end the war. See it on the big screen like you’ll never believe. And if you have the opportunity to see it in 35/70mm or IMAX then take it.

It really is an amazing achievement to create a movie that is essentially people talking in different rooms for 3 hours & have it being one of the year’s greatest movies. Directed by a true master filmmaker, Christopher Nolan has further cemented himself as one of the best and he’s the best for a reason. The trailer gave us only a taste of what’s in store. Although knowing the outcome, the sheer level of tension packed into this film is enthralling. It perfectly captures the overly ambitious men in their mission to create something that no one should ever have – “now I am become death, the destroyer of worlds.” Oppenheimer is an expertly crafted story that is horrifying, chilling & will leave you in awe.

You are watching a Christopher Nolan film which means don’t expect time to be linear, it’s told across various different time periods from Oppenheimer’s studies at Cambridge, the beginning of the Manhattan project, the trinity test in 1945 and the subsequent controversies in Oppenheimer’s later life. It can be a little confusing as one would expect from a Nolan movie but it uses a mix of colour and black and white shots to illustrate different character point of views.

It certainly deserves all the awards coming to it & there are so many Oscar worthy performances with the stand out one being Cillian Murphy. After years of working together, Murphy has finally been given the chance at a lead in a Nolan movie & he really shows us what a stunning actor he really is. His performance is haunting, he’s in almost every scene & was the perfect choice to play a guilt ridden Oppenheimer. Although much of the weight is carried by Cillian Murphy, Nolan has always understood the importance of a strong supporting cast. They consist of Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr., Matt Damon, Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Jason Clarke, Alden Ehrenreich, Kenneth Branagh, Benny Safdie & Tom Conti. That’s not even all of them, the list is very impressive and each & every one of them brought their best to Oppenheimer. When Nolan calls, you say yes because it doesn’t matter if you’re only in one scene, you’re in a damn Christopher Nolan movie.

With amazing practical effects, it’s a movie clearly made for the big screen. That’s right you read that correctly it’s practical effects, no CGI. Nolan has always prioritised real sets, real effects & no he didn’t set off a real atomic bomb but the entire trinity test sequence is mesmerizing to witness & you really do want to see it on the biggest screen possible. Everything from the sound & editing will scar scenes into your mind forever. The crowd sequence afterwards is one of the most haunting things I’ve ever seen on film & the way in which Cillian Murphy conveys the horror of what he’s created is a masterclass in acting. With so many layers, the beauty of Nolan’s movies is you get something new with every rewatch. It’s powerful and does not shy away from the dark side of humanity in the creation of a devastating weapon of war. A cinematic masterpiece. Sound & music are always used very effectively in Nolan’s movies & Ludwig Göransson delivers yet another stunning score that perfectly captures the emotions surrounding a dark moment in human history. So much emotion expressed through the violin, it’s a sensational movie score.

Honestly I’ll be thinking about this film for weeks afterwards. For anyone who’s been left emotionally traumatised after the experience then fear not because as luck would have it, the perfect film is available to de-stress after Oppenheimer. The polar opposite to a historical biopic, Barbie is also out, in what looks like cinema’s most successful weekend in years. Audiences are jaded from the endless parade of remakes and sequels to already well established franchises but more of these original stories made by proper filmmakers will be the saviour to struggling cinemas. And the question was never which one do you want to see, it’s which one do you want to see first. It’s terrific to see so many people enjoying themselves in the cinema for these movies & whichever you went to see first this weekend I hope you enjoyed it.

Am I recommending Oppenheimer? Of course I am, Christopher Nolan is one of my favourite directors but whether you’re a fan or not, if you love film then Oppenheimer is a must see. It’s a jaw dropping film that will leave you speechless.… Expand
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Antonio_CarlosJul 21, 2023
Christopher Nolan entrega uma obra repleta de reviravoltas, em um cenário de guerra cheio de tensão!
A trama em torno de Oppie, interpretado brilhantemente por Cillian Murphy, cujo em seus olhos podemos compreender todo o peso de sua criação.Christopher Nolan entrega uma obra repleta de reviravoltas, em um cenário de guerra cheio de tensão!
A trama em torno de Oppie, interpretado brilhantemente por Cillian Murphy, cujo em seus olhos podemos compreender todo o peso de sua criação. Um grande questionamento sobre até onde vale carregar na consciência um feito histórico que moldou o mundo em contraste com um olhar de culpa pela consequência do quê o mundo se tornou mediante a sua criação!
Excelente interpretação de C. Murphy carregando esse filme com os olhos, sendo o pilar de um elenco de apoio magistral onde cada personagem tem claramente uma cena de destaque impactante em algum ponto dessa cronologia.
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OdinMovieBlogJul 21, 2023
Though the cinematography and score are beautiful, and the visual effects are stunning, unfortunately, Christopher Nolan once again gets caught in his own head and created a movie that needs a better editor, better pacing, and a cleanup ofThough the cinematography and score are beautiful, and the visual effects are stunning, unfortunately, Christopher Nolan once again gets caught in his own head and created a movie that needs a better editor, better pacing, and a cleanup of the overlong script.… Expand
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oftenweekndxoJul 21, 2023
Congratulations to everyone involved, Nolan, Cillian Murphy... a spectacular film, Cillian's talent is simply gigantic. anyway, perfect!
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victorbuteraJul 21, 2023
Nolan definitely knows how to create an immersive and complex experience in technical terms, but Oppenheimer is not by far his best film. Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt and Florence Pugh (in her short appearance) are great inNolan definitely knows how to create an immersive and complex experience in technical terms, but Oppenheimer is not by far his best film. Cillian Murphy, Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt and Florence Pugh (in her short appearance) are great in their roles and deserve to be remembered in the award season… Expand
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GavinT07Jul 22, 2023
I would have put this at 9.5 if I could but I can't so I won't sell it short by putting it at nine, overall this a genuinely fantastic movie that I don't think you can understand until you've seen it.
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SamiMacIsidorioJul 21, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nolan really put effort into this film, it's a journey into the troubled life of Robert Oppenheimer and as his greatest creation was also his downfall, the various timeline switches in the film were very well done and lead to a political chase at the last breathtaking hour.… Expand
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wizards666Jul 22, 2023
This was a very stimulating and nerdgasmic experience that goes deep into the politics and relationships of these physicists, their families, friends, morality, repercussions, and direct and indirect side-effects and consequences of theirThis was a very stimulating and nerdgasmic experience that goes deep into the politics and relationships of these physicists, their families, friends, morality, repercussions, and direct and indirect side-effects and consequences of their breakthrough in atomic energy.

The actors killed it, and Christopher Nolan, as always, delivered mind-bending story-telling through compelling and beautiful sound, music, images, effects, and cadence.

I got lost several times during the movie because of the absolute unit density of the film, but nothing that re-watching won't fix.… Expand
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iiTsMeJokerJul 21, 2023
Another masterpiece from Nolan. Stellar performances from all the cast. Great visuals and soundtrack as well.
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arshatwal22Jul 22, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I loved this film. I wish I could watch it on IMAX screen but in our area, it's not available. I was so stunned after knowing that Strauss was all behind ruining image of Robert Oppenheimer.… Expand
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IndrekJul 22, 2023
One of the greatest movie of 2023! Incredible sound design and picture. Christopher Nolan is the greatest movie director of our time.
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TVJerryJul 25, 2023
Cillian Murphy plays J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant physicist who led the Manhattan Project, which developed the atomic bomb. Although this film details that effort, there's a wider story about politicians' efforts to undermine hisCillian Murphy plays J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant physicist who led the Manhattan Project, which developed the atomic bomb. Although this film details that effort, there's a wider story about politicians' efforts to undermine his achievements with accusations of his Communist leanings. Murphy grounds the story with an intense characterization and he's surrounded by an impressive cast of strong performances. But this is really director Christopher Nolan's show. His manipulation of media to create powerful moments is undeniable and there are several memorable sequences like that here. While the complex story is always compelling, it could have been a shorter than 3 hours and Nolan's investigation leans more on the cerebral than the emotional. As a result, this landmark story is told with powerful facts and skilled filmmaking.… Expand
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Compi24Jul 22, 2023
"Oppenheimer" finds writer/director Christopher Nolan at his most in-depth, specific and all-encompassing, using quite possibly the greatest cast of performers this side of one of the "Ocean's" movies to deliver a harrowing, no-nonsense look"Oppenheimer" finds writer/director Christopher Nolan at his most in-depth, specific and all-encompassing, using quite possibly the greatest cast of performers this side of one of the "Ocean's" movies to deliver a harrowing, no-nonsense look at arguably the most important person to ever live. Thankfully, while the message and thematics are dire, the experience itself is still nonetheless absorbing and even exhilarating at times. The Trinity test sequence itself is worth the price of admission alone. For me, though, I think the most impressive feat to marvel at in this is that of Cillian Murphy's lead turn as the titular physicist in question. Without a doubt, this is a career-defining performance for him and I absolutely think it should be in consideration for the highest of honors, come awards season. Massive kudos to Nolan, as always, for making films that beg to be seen on the largest of screens. This is, most definitely, another one of those -- one I'm excited to watch again.… Expand
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simonrs27Jul 28, 2023
No miré el reloj en todas las 3 horas. No es aburrida. Todo bien, todo correcto, y yo que me alegro.
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robdiwaJul 22, 2023
It's a Nolan movie, so expect all your standard Nolanisms. Besides toning down the fact that communists infiltrated all levels of the federal government, and giving the audience a sympathetic character, Nolan's fictionalized history isIt's a Nolan movie, so expect all your standard Nolanisms. Besides toning down the fact that communists infiltrated all levels of the federal government, and giving the audience a sympathetic character, Nolan's fictionalized history is enjoyable. I didn't find any lulls so the three hours flew by. Then again, I'm a Nolan fan to begin with.… Expand
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zerafianJul 22, 2023
A Drama about Oppenheimers life and time during building the bomb...thats it. Dont go in expecting war and tons of explosions or any action in general. You may get a little lost with all the names that come up and actually organizing who isA Drama about Oppenheimers life and time during building the bomb...thats it. Dont go in expecting war and tons of explosions or any action in general. You may get a little lost with all the names that come up and actually organizing who is who, in your head. I personally enjoyed the film. I would have loved a little more dramatic suspense with the bomb building and testing. It also got slow a couple times to the point that you could "FEEL" the length of the movie. Some scene dragged on a tad.… Expand
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RaoughLifeJul 23, 2023
Great movie, although the Nolan + Ludwig Göransson trick of putting strong music even in a couple of boring dialogues is too much obvious.
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snesJul 25, 2023
Caught this on a double viewing after Barbie. This is Nolan's best work since the Prestige imo, the entire thing is well acted, set designs are simply immaculate, costumes immaculate, and it's quite enjoyable. I'd argue this movie is beingCaught this on a double viewing after Barbie. This is Nolan's best work since the Prestige imo, the entire thing is well acted, set designs are simply immaculate, costumes immaculate, and it's quite enjoyable. I'd argue this movie is being overrated a bit, it's certainly not a 10, a 9 maybe if you're not familiar with Oppenheimer's history outside of the movie. I do prefer using more of the 1-10 scale than most people these days though, lol.… Expand
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AlphaZer0Jul 24, 2023
Finally a decent movie rolls out in 2023. Best movie of the year, hands down!
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jakeyjakeJul 22, 2023
Christopher Nolan impresses yet again with another compelling and gripping drama, this time depicting the essential figure behind one of the most controversial moments in American politics, J Robert Oppenheimer. With a slew of greatChristopher Nolan impresses yet again with another compelling and gripping drama, this time depicting the essential figure behind one of the most controversial moments in American politics, J Robert Oppenheimer. With a slew of great performances scattered throughout the film's 3 hour runtime, Cillian Murphy dominates every scene he's in, which fortunately, is more than 90% of the movie. With this role I think Murphy has made his best case for the best actor award at the Oscars next March.… Expand
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MrPajamasJul 23, 2023
Finally, another Christopher Nolan film. I always look forward to going to the cinema and once again he didn't disappoint. After Tenet, which I thought was really hard to understand, this was a treat. Well made with good moments and made evenFinally, another Christopher Nolan film. I always look forward to going to the cinema and once again he didn't disappoint. After Tenet, which I thought was really hard to understand, this was a treat. Well made with good moments and made even better by the fact that it is history. I was sucked in right from the start as the various cuts that followed were nice and overall it grabbed me right from the start. I enjoyed every moment and waited until the explosion of course. That's what interested me the most. Again, I wasn't disappointed, but what mainly improved it was the audio. I was expecting a nice spectacle. I got that. I had pretty high expectations there, so it didn't wow me that much, but it appealed to me very positively with Ludwig Göransson's music, which always drew me into the story. At one point, he had me pretty well riveted with his music as well. I was a little worried about how it would turn out without Hans Zimmer, but it turned out that it wasn't only Tenet who had such a great soundtrack, at least in my opinion. I liked the music.… Expand
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iiAntavanJul 24, 2023
One of the best movies from Nolan, every part of the film is perfect, and Cillian Murphy makes it even better
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ForzaE2Jul 25, 2023
I don't remember when was the last time I watched a real movie but I watched Oppenheimer and I am really happy about it. If you want to watch something other than 'Superhero', 'Magic', etc.. in upcoming years go watch this movie. There reallyI don't remember when was the last time I watched a real movie but I watched Oppenheimer and I am really happy about it. If you want to watch something other than 'Superhero', 'Magic', etc.. in upcoming years go watch this movie. There really deliver it. It is great.… Expand
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FabiancscJul 24, 2023
A great movie with a great script and acting. Of the few times you can say wonderful!
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Kelliente13Jul 24, 2023
A nearly perfect endeavor. Viewing this in a sold out theater, with the entire audience so dialed in and tensed you could hear a single breath in the silence when the bomb dropped was an experience I'll never forget.
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busiekJul 27, 2023
WOW! I don't know what to write so it will be brief: Breathtaking in every way! A must-see on the big screen. Excellent acting, great shots, superb sets and practical effects, sounds effects and soundtrack... Complex, detailed, dialog drivenWOW! I don't know what to write so it will be brief: Breathtaking in every way! A must-see on the big screen. Excellent acting, great shots, superb sets and practical effects, sounds effects and soundtrack... Complex, detailed, dialog driven multilayered story. But... Sadly after explosion of Trinity (excellent!) the movie becomes tedious and loses both dramatic and moral focus.… Expand
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Ska-TeaJul 31, 2023
A Beautiful Mess.

I feel like Christopher Nolan Stans will like this, but overall this seems to be a fine wine in a Red Flip Cup. The editing and pacing tends to skew from fast and engaging to slow and confusing. Nolan has been the master ofA Beautiful Mess.

I feel like Christopher Nolan Stans will like this, but overall this seems to be a fine wine in a Red Flip Cup. The editing and pacing tends to skew from fast and engaging to slow and confusing. Nolan has been the master of show, don't tell and with this comes the central focus of Cillian Murphy as the real life Physicist, J Robert Oppenheimer.

From the opening shots you are drawn into a world according to Oppenheimer and his interactions with various people throughout his life of Theory to bringing in one of the most devastating weapons human's have ever created. This movie felt about 30-40 minutes too long, but I can understand why the director decided to keep a couple of the beats in there after the bomb and the consequences beyond blowing people up vs Oppenheimer's reputation. Like most Oscar Bait Films, you're kinda stuck with a one and done kinda watch.… Expand
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BagelTCGAug 1, 2023
Solid movie, it does a good job at what it set out to do, but I did not feel any deep connection to the characters or sense of tension in their decisions.
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ElliottHeutelJul 26, 2023
The scene with Harry Truman had me quivering with excitement and the LBJ cameo finished me
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DBowieStanJul 22, 2023
Great movie overall, Nolan at his best, sometimes boring at first act but in the second act it never goes down again, although, some scenes disconnect me from the movie for a little. 8.5
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abdullahosmirzaJul 24, 2023
Wow. Just WOW. Now where do I even start. My first ever Christopher Nolan movie in cinema and surely it didn't disappoint. It had a bit of everything from romance, suspense, drama and even what they say it was truly horrifying. Surely set toWow. Just WOW. Now where do I even start. My first ever Christopher Nolan movie in cinema and surely it didn't disappoint. It had a bit of everything from romance, suspense, drama and even what they say it was truly horrifying. Surely set to become one of the iconics.
When we talk about cinematography we have to talk about Nolan and so this movie had it all, some exceptional shots and most of them including Cillian Murphy. The two colour tones provide an immersive experience like never before sort of taking you back in time and experiencing it all yourself. Nolan has done such a good job that I'm literally lost for words, can't explain what I've just seen, it's more than just a movie.
You can really tell it's my first movie review. Well then comes Cillian Murphy's brilliant performance as it was truly expected. Has to win an Oscar I'm sure, this performance was truly backed up by what RDJ did. THAT was pure acting, which I'm more sure than Cillian that he'll win an Oscar. Even the side roles including Rami Malek, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon and Tom Conti showed that they're A tier actors taking this film to a whole new level. And then talk about Ludwig Goransson, he has just done an excellent job, even though he had a whole lot of pressure on his shoulders taking Zimmer's role in hand and he didn't let us down. Every scene had its own moment delving you into it's beauty. Well for me the peak was the music from THAT trinity test scene. That scene would take a whole lot of speaking but boy was that good. How do I even put this that this movie was simply outstanding. 9.5/10 from me.… Expand
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Seba1910Jul 25, 2023
The quality of the visual aspect and sound effects in the film are incredible and the actors were all 11/10
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sedale143Jul 26, 2023
COM-PELL-ING

Nolan shows, once again, that he is one of the greatest story tellers and film makers of our time. The screenplay brings everything together and it makes a great job of making something that is stereotypically difficult toCOM-PELL-ING

Nolan shows, once again, that he is one of the greatest story tellers and film makers of our time. The screenplay brings everything together and it makes a great job of making something that is stereotypically difficult to understand, such as a little thing as theoretical and nuclear phyics, as something that a general audience member could consume by explaining things via marbles and whatnot. On the contrary and simultaneously, Nolan masters the art of plot movement with high stakes scene choreography from different moments in time. Having this and Barbie in theatres at the same time reminds why cinema truly matters and that all good story telling needs is just good story telling, no matter the genre or medium. This movie was the **** bomb (pun intended accidentally on purpose) … Expand
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IanT100Jul 21, 2023
A pleasure to watch start to finish. Thank you Christopher Nolan for saving cinema
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ThwompJul 21, 2023
I see a few morons are already on here downvoting all the positive reviews which this movie, like all Nolan movies, easily earn. Can never go wrong with a Christopher Nolan movie. His cinematography is unmatched. Time to go downvote allI see a few morons are already on here downvoting all the positive reviews which this movie, like all Nolan movies, easily earn. Can never go wrong with a Christopher Nolan movie. His cinematography is unmatched. Time to go downvote all the Barbie 10's, because that movie is no where near as praised as Oppenheimer, and Barbie won't be winning any awards, whereas Nolan will easily be taking home some more Oscars to add to his collection!

Only reason why Barbie will make more money is because it isn't rated R, and I've already seen tons of kids and their parents dressed in pink, supporting the brand. Now for the real men and women in the world - Oppenheimer is for you and it is rated R, which of course always makes less money than a PG or PG 13 film.

Man, I love being right all the time! Sorry Barbie fans, but your movie isn't winning any awards at the next Academy Awards show, but you'll get to see Oppenheimer win several ;) because that's a real movie. I'll wait to see Barbie when it's free on torrent, for sure, just because I do like some of the actors in it. But this real man can't wait for more IMAX and Nolan!!… Expand
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ElObjetivo89Jul 21, 2023
The hardest and better movie of Nolan. A travel of horror in the mind of the father of the Atomic Bomb.
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S2P_cinephileJul 21, 2023
Bold and beyond like no other biopics!!

Masterfully editing, stunning no-CGI cinematography, impressively great acting, fire-up screenplay, and boldest directing Nolan ever did in his career!!
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Bmanhardin115Jul 21, 2023
Amazing movie great story and every enjoyable even tho it was a 3 hour movie it didn't feel dragged at the slighest
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HyrusJul 21, 2023
Lmao what??? The person below is an IDIOT. Movies can have multiple climaxes and you always knew what the actual climax was gonna be. The make up is AMAZING. THIS MOVIE IS PERFECT, STOP GIVING IT BELOW A 10!!!!!
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BahGuetteeJul 21, 2023
This is Christopher Nolan's Best film yet. Cillian Murphy does a great job but sometimes Robert Downey Jr. Steals the show.
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gustosocarroJul 21, 2023
best film I've ever seen it's the best film I've ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever everbest film I've ever seen it's the best film I've ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever ever seen… Expand
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NerwanJul 22, 2023
I absolutely loved this film. A little nod for those in the know but the guy playing the drums at Los Alamos had to be Richard Feynman right? He's not mentioned but we know :-)
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