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Review: Oppenheimer (2023)

Nominated for Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Original Score, Best Sound, Best Production Design, Best Cinematography, Best Makeup and Hairstyling, Best Costume Design and Best Film Editing.

Set during a major moment in history, the movie dives deep into J. Robert Oppenheimer’s life with incredible detail and authenticity. Nolan’s careful attention to every aspect of the film, from the special effects to the cast, shines through.

Led by the remarkable Cillian Murphy in a career-defining role, the performances in “Oppenheimer” are nothing short of incredible. Robert Downey Jr., Emily Blunt, and Matt Damon shine in their respective supporting roles, adding layers of depth to an already stellar cast.

The movie’s pace keeps you hooked, with multiple storylines unfolding seamlessly. The hauntingly beautiful music by Ludwig Göransson adds to the overall experience, and Nolan’s refusal to use CGI makes everything feel real.

While some might nitpick some scenes, like the Trinity test, it doesn’t take away from the overall greatness of the film. “Oppenheimer” showcases Nolan’s storytelling genius and solidifies his place as one of the best directors ever.

In short, “Oppenheimer” is a masterpiece that goes beyond typical historical movies. It’s a must-watch for anyone who loves historical films and this cements Christopher Nolan’s legacy as a visionary and one of the best filmmakers in history.

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

Directed by: Christopher Nolan
Produced by: Emma Thomas, Charles Roven, Christopher Nolan
Cast: Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr., Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek, Kenneth Branagh

***I’ve watched Oppenheimer around the same time I’ve seen Barbie, and they’re so opposite, and I feel that I kind of messed up my review here, so I’m adding a few things I remembered from the film. ***

Review: Thor (2011)

via wikipedia

via wikipedia

I am not a big fan of any Marvel characters or any Nordic myths, which means I don’t have the brightest idea about Thor. I just know that he is the God of Thunder from word of mouth. Upon seeing the film’s trailer, I’d say that I was quite impressed by it and was excited to catch the film in the cinema.

Last Sunday, I was finally able to catch it and true enough, it didn’t disappoint me one bit. The film was basically about Thor who is vanished by his Father from his kingdom to teach him a lesson –from then one, events took place to regain what he had lost.

The film was actually a typical superhero film for me. There’s the hero, his love interest, the goody-goody thing that he does and of course, the bad guys. Chris Hemsworth in my opinion was perfect for the role. He was very charming and looks great. Whilst Natalie Portman maybe a great addition to the cast as the Scientist Jane Foster, I find her character excessively flirty and not being there at all. Darcy, her assistant had stolen the scenes from her by delivering the humor of the film along with the lead character, Thor.

The best part about the film is its visuals. I daresay that it’s the best film I’ve seen this year so far – for this technical aspect alone. It has the perfect formula of a good film. Okay lines, kinda great characters and stunning visual effects. One will be able to understand and enjoy it thoroughly.

Based on Thor by Stan Lee
Director: Kenneth Branagh
Starring: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Stellan Skarsgard, Colm Feore, Ray Stevenson, Idris Elba, Kat Dennings, Rene Russo, Anthony Hopkins

I’ll give it a 9.5/10 ratings.