

Oppenheimer
4 snips Aug 19, 2023
The hosts discuss Christopher Nolan's film Oppenheimer, focusing on its form and content. They explore the political implications of the hero's depiction and compare it to Nolan's other films. They also discuss the success and impact of Oppenheimer, the consequences of the atomic bombings, and the portrayal of women in Inception. They analyze the representation of Oppenheimer and the strengths and weaknesses of biopics.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Unraveling the Success and Impact of Oppenheimer
01:37 • 24min
The Consequences of the Atomic Bombings
25:23 • 17min
Challenging God and the Consequences of Regicide
42:44 • 2min
Exploring the Portrayal of a Historical Figure and the Concept of Truth versus Accuracy in Storytelling
44:44 • 2min
Critiquing the Portrayal of Women in 'Inception'
46:36 • 7min
Exploring the Portrayal of Oppenheimer in Film
54:04 • 22min
The Strengths and Weaknesses of Biopics
01:15:41 • 5min