I had been waiting a long time to see Christopher Nolan‘s new movie and so I was excited to finally get booked in to see the movie the way it was shot to be seen, so please sit back and check out my Oppenheimer IMAX review.
Oppenheimer refers to J. Robert Oppenheimer, a prominent American physicist and the scientific director of the Manhattan Project during World War II. Born on April 22, 1904, Oppenheimer played a crucial role in developing the atomic bomb. His leadership and contributions to the project earned him the nickname “the father of the atomic bomb.” Despite his scientific achievements, Oppenheimer faced controversy later in life due to his political beliefs and associations. Nevertheless, his role in advancing nuclear physics remains a significant chapter in scientific and historical discourse.
We’ve been teased for such a long time with the trailers for Oppenheimer and when the movie was finally released on the 21st of July it was inevitable that the movie would be very popular. I am very stuck in my ways when it comes to seeing a movie in IMAX and so it took me a little longer than expected to get to see Oppenheimer in IMAX as I wanted my usual seats that give you a great view and soundscape from the screening, but in the end, I got them and on Friday I headed out to Cineworld in Broughton to finally see the movie.
As expected the Oppenheimer IMAX screening was something very special, not only does the movie look stunning with the IMAX shot sequences it also has such an amazing sound that booms out through the screen and even the quietest moments sound perfect.
The soundtrack from Ludwig Göransson (The Mandalorian, Tenet) is a delight to listen to with the bonus of IMAX sound it pulls you into every scene and certainly adds to the atmosphere of the movie.
Christopher Nolan has brought us a stunning movie with Oppenheimer, it’s a movie that had me pulled in from the start and as with some of Nolan’s previous work he has given us the twist of several timelines running at the same time to tell the story of “the father of the atomic bomb”, now this may sound confusing but it isn’t.
The use of black and white scenes breaks the movie up and it looks amazing on the IMAX screen, but this also adds to the storylines very nicely giving the viewer something a little different. Kodak developed the first-ever B&W film stock for IMAX for this movie.
Cillian Murphy is brilliant as Oppenheimer and I found myself enjoying his performance the further I got into the movie, his portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer is something more than what I was initially expecting.
The rest of the cast also brings the characters to life on the IMAX screen very well, with some big names including Robert Downey Jr. Matt Damon, Emily Blunt and Florence Pugh this is a movie that has well-known faces to bring such a powerful story to life.
Most of us know the story of Oppenheimer and why the bomb was created, but this movie takes us more into the creation and lives of those involved, the moment that the bomb is tested is a scene that works very well and when you consider it’s all physical and no CGI it looks even more amazing.
Look out for a scene with Oppenheimer giving a speech to everyone involved, the sound usage and visuals are so nicely done and show what is going through his mind after creating something that could have set the world on fire and destroyed all mankind.
For me, Oppenheimer in IMAX is a fascinating and superb piece of filmmaking, Christopher Nolan has brought us a thought-provoking movie that needs to be seen in the IMAX format and the bigger the better, this is a movie that will either have you discussing the movie with your friends on the way out the screen or, like me, have you silenced in contemplation of all that took place prior to the end of World War II.
Is there a post-credit scene in Oppenheimer?
No there isn’t a post-credit scene after the film has finished, but you can sit back and enjoy the brilliant music.
A little more about IMAX
IMAX is a specialised film format known for its larger-than-life presentation and immersive cinematic experience. Originally developed in the 1960s, IMAX utilizes large-format 70mm film and a unique projection system to create stunning and highly detailed images on gigantic screens. The IMAX format enhances the visual impact by capturing and displaying images with exceptional clarity, vibrant colours, and deep contrast. With its superior sound system and state-of-the-art technology, IMAX transports viewers into a world of unparalleled visual and auditory sensation, making it a preferred choice for blockbuster movies, documentaries, and breathtaking nature films. Whether witnessing nature’s grandeur or being captivated by the action on the big screen, IMAX delivers an unforgettable movie-going experience.
Oppenheimer is a powerful and thought provoking movie
Movie title: Oppenheimer (2023)
Movie description: The story of American scientist, J. Robert Oppenheimer, and his role in the development of the atomic bomb.
Date published: July 31, 2023
Country: UK
Duration: 3h
Director(s): Christopher Nolan
Actor(s): Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr.
Genre: Biography, Drama, History
Summary
Oppenheimer is a masterpiece of filmmaking by Christopher Nolan, it’s a movie that needs to be seen in its IMAX format.
Karen Woodham is the founder and owner of the Blazing Minds. She is also a Cinema reviewer and works with RealD 3D reviewing the latest 3D releases and IMAX, she has also had several articles published in various publications including the first edition of SFW Magazine. In 2015 she became an Award Winning Blogger and also has her website listed as one of the UK’s Top 10 Film Blogs.
