Oppenheimer

“Oppenheimer” is the latest film from Christopher Nolan of “The Dark Knight” and “Dunkirk” fame. Nolan has become a filmmaker whose work is anticipated and this film does not disappoint. I questioned how a three hour biographical film about the maker of the atomic bomb could keep my interest. Well it did. The film is told in flashbacks from J. Robert Oppenheimer’s inquest in 1954 to renew his security clearance. We learn he was a genius in physics, followed liberal politics in the 1930’s, was tapped by the Army to lead the Manhattan Project and later a proponent for ending the nuclear arms race. “Oppenheimer” was filmed for Imax and it is beautifully done. Cillian Murphy as Oppenheimer is superb. He is perfect and should be noticed at awards time. There are a lot of good supporting performances from Matt Damon, Emily Blunt, Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnet and others. The standout Is Robert Downey, almost unrecognizable as Lewis Strauss. This is one of his best performances. He totally immerses himself in his character. This is an important film that will be among the best of 2023. Outstanding!