Cillian Murphy

Cillian Murphy, an acclaimed Irish actor known for his roles in 'Peaky Blinders' and 'Oppenheimer', shares insights on the transformative journey of his career and how his Irish heritage shapes his identity. Jensen Huang, co-founder and CEO of Nvidia, delves into the revolutionary advancements in AI technology and its diverse applications in fields like medicine and robotics. The intriguing discussion also explores the intersection of Cuban espionage and its impact on national security, weaving in personal stories and challenges faced by both Murphy and Huang.

Exploring the themes and moral dilemmas in the film 'Oppenheimer', focusing on the ethical complexities of creating a weapon of mass destruction. Delving into the dramatic consequences of the protagonist's actions and the ethical dilemmas faced by J. Robert Oppenheimer during wartime.

Cillian Murphy knew he wanted to become an actor when he saw A Clockwork Orange. Not the Kubrick film, but an avant-garde theatrical production in a nightclub. From there he left his dreams of being a musician behind and began his acting journey. Cillian tells Marc the lessons he learned from directors like Ken Loach and Christopher Nolan, with whom he’s collaborated on six films. They also talk about Peaky Blinders, 28 Days Later, and trying on the Batman suit. This interview was recorded on June 27, 2023. Sign up here for WTF+ to get the full show archives and weekly bonus material! https://plus.acast.com/s/wtf-with-marc-maron-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Actor Cillian Murphy discusses his roles in Oppenheimer and Peaky Blinders, his music background, and creative journey. He reflects on early theater experiences, impact of Radiohead, and challenges of intense acting roles. Murphy also talks about family support, solitude, and shares favorite music and literary picks for a desert island.

Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Matt Damon, Robert Downey Jr, Florence Pugh, Josh Hartnett, Casey Affleck, Rami Malek, and Kenneth Branagh discuss Christopher Nolan's latest film 'Oppenheimer' that explores the story of the man behind The Manhattan Project. They talk about Nolan's mastery of narrative pacing and cinematic spectacle, the absence of CGI in the film, and whether it's Nolan's best work. Also, they delve into practical effects, Killian Murphy's role, the fear of socialism, and the moral implications of building an atom bomb.