Oppenheimer

Normally I don’t watch a 3-hour drama, let alone, watch it over a few times and each time find it even more entertaining. *Oppenheimer* is one of such movies. This historical biopic on J. Robert Oppenheimer and the creation of atomic bomb which is directed by Christopher Nolan is a movie that grows on audiences with slight repetitions of a view. It is an educational source on how to tell the story; I believe that this movie can be one of the most engaging dramas which was ever released in the recent years.
Oppenheimer is quite an eccentric production, and perhaps the most memorable thing of this show is the music. Ludwig Göransson’s score music not only serves as a common background music, it almost has a life and existence on its own. They complement the movie so well in terms of a score since they time it impeccably well to match the suspense and to push on the story’s progression. It is scary, dazzling, and very, very tense. The decisions Wagner made since the Trinity test explosion’s bass-y drums to the much softer and more suspenseful moments added more weight to the film.
One of them is the screenplay. Nolan is popular for weaving many-layered and multi-faceted stories, and *Oppenheimer* does not deviate from this tradition. Originally, the film is divided into several connections between the different periods of the life of its protagonist, Oppenheimer, the time of his studying, the creation of the Manhattan Project and its further effects. It is a sparing fight of intelligent and passionate conversations that echo the show’s themes of ambition, guilt, and dilemma that are put on great scientists.
It is even more astonishing to understand how Oppenheimer is able to tell a story that happened more than half a century ago and still it is so topical. History is not just portrayed as a string of events, but rather as a story of individual human beings who made complex decisions; The film goes great lengths in focusing on the psychological dilemmas and decisions that Oppenheimer and his peers had to make.

The cast list is vast and a true ensemble, but every actor managed to create realistic, believable characters and perform them outstandingly. However, the whole show is stolen by Robert Downey Jr, who makes several cameo appearances in the film. Who embodies Lewis Strauss? Only a man who can combine suave yet intense charisma, strategic political mind, and vengeful spirit As Downey plays this role, I could not help but marvel at his masterful acting. I will admit his role complicates the matter in the film's second half even further. Cillian Murphy gives an excellent performance as J. Robert Oppenheimer as well deserves mention. Another piece of the casting decision comes from Murphy, who convincingly portrays Oppenheimer in all his intellectual capacity, nervousness, and ethical dilemmas brought by creating the bomb. The rest of the voice cast, such as Emily Blunt and Matt Damon, helps to enrich the movie’s already engaging storyline. Surprisingly, what really comes out of the Oppenheimer is the ability to make a historical narrative into a film interesting. It is a scientific statement and an intellectual process to create the atomic bomb, and yet, Nolan willingly and skillfully makes it a story of deep feeling. Amidst the hustle of the film characters in fighting the creature, the film well depicts the consequences of the peril on the lives of the characters and the entire human race. It goes beyond a mere narration of historical events and delves into the ethics of forming one of the deadliest inventions in history.

The film’s pacing is impressive, especially considering its lengthy runtime. Even though it’s three hours long, it never feels slow or drawn out. Each scene is meticulously crafted to build tension or develop the characters further, making the movie gripping from start to finish.
In conclusion, Oppenheimer is a rare cinematic achievement. It’s a film that demands multiple viewings, and each time you return to it, you discover new details and nuances in both the performances and the narrative. The combination of a brilliant soundtrack, a thought-provoking script, and stellar performances makes this one of the most compelling dramas of recent years. Nolan has crafted not just a historical drama but an emotionally charged, intellectually stimulating masterpiece that will be remembered for years to come.
In a world of short attention spans and fast-paced action films, Oppenheimer stands out as a slow-burning, advantageous experience. Whether you're a history buff, a fan of Nolan’s work, or just someone who appreciates exceptional filmmaking, this is a movie you won’t want to miss.