Benny Safdie, the star of Oppenheimer, shares his reaction to the film after watching it for the first time. Safdie praises Christopher Nolan's latest work, considering it as the director's greatest achievement to date. Following his previous sci-fi spy thriller, Tenet, Nolan's upcoming project delves into a true story, depicting the life and professional journey of American theoretical physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer – the key figure behind the development of the atomic bomb. With Cillian Murphy in the lead role, the movie boasts an exceptional cast, raising anticipation with its captivating trailers. Now, prior to the release of Oppenheimer, Safdie, who portrays Edward Teller, expresses his thoughts in an Instagram post. Take a look at the actor's post below.
What Others Have Said About Oppenheimer
"A fresh perspective on Edward Teller after the nuclear test!" exclaimed Safdie in his caption. The talented actor then proceeds to make a bold declaration about the movie, stating: "Having recently watched the film, I can confidently say that this is Chris' most exceptional work to date. It encompasses every element at full throttle."The reviews for Oppenheimer are not available yet, making it uncertain what the critics' opinions will be. However, the initial reactions from those who have already watched the movie have been encouraging. Kai Bird, the author of American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the book that served as the inspiration for the film, recently shared his thoughts on the movie. In a recent interview, he expressed that Oppenheimer had left him feeling "stunned" and that he was still "emotionally recovering" from his screening.
Nolan himself has shared accounts from audiences who have seen Oppenheimer, revealing that a fellow Hollywood director described it as a "horror movie". Among general test audiences, Oppenheimer has left some feeling "absolutely devastated", to the extent that they are unable to find words.
Critics' response to the upcoming film will be interesting to observe, as it is already shaping up to be the most distinctive work of Nolan's career. Oppenheimer delves into the characters in a way that goes beyond any of the director's previous works, and its similarity to a horror movie sets it apart from his past, action-oriented films. Fortunately, audiences won't have to wait much longer to form their own opinions about Oppenheimer, as the release date is now just a few weeks away.
Source: Benny Safdie/ Instagram