Delving into the representation of iconic figures like Einstein and Feynman in movies, focusing on intricate details like UV absorption and physics concepts. Reflecting on the blend of historical accuracy and personal perspectives in the portrayal of Oppenheimer amidst the context of the atomic bomb.
What do two physicists think about the movie Oppenheimer? Neil deGrasse Tyson sits down with theoretical physicist Brian Greene to discuss Robert J. Oppenheimer’s work on the Manhattan Project, the science in Christopher Nolan’s film, and the dawn of quantum physics.
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