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Oppenheimer

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Exploring the Portrayal of Oppenheimer in Film

This chapter of the podcast discusses the responsibility and representation of Oppenheimer, the man responsible for the end of the world. They analyze the portrayal of Oppenheimer in a film and argue that it is too sympathetic towards him, ignoring the consequences of his actions. They also mention the impact of war films and how they can be seen as pro-war, with a few exceptions.

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