Christopher Nolan's colossal epic about the "father of the atomic bomb" is attracting a large number of viewers around the world, however, it is not yet known when the film will be released on streaming platforms. Right now, " Oppenheimer " is only playing in theaters, and you'll probably only have to see it there, for a few reasons.
"Oppenheimer" established a novelty in that it was filmed with IMAX cameras and prides itself on the purity of the sound, so perhaps it should be seen in the cinema to experience the full effect.
We've tried really hard to shoot the movie in a way that we can bring it to the big screen," Nolan told The Associated Press. "It's really a great way to give people an experience that they can't have at home."
And this doesn't just refer to the explosion sequences; close-ups are supposed to feel more alive and intimate as well. Cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema told Vulture that they built "some lenses that gave us that technical ability to get a lot closer" than typical lenses.
But in addition to the technical achievements, "Oppenheimer" is worth watching for the outstanding performances of stars such as Cillian Murphy (as J. Robert Oppenheimer), Robert Downey Jr. (as Lewis Strauss), Florence Pugh (as Jean Tatlock) and Emily Blunt (as Kitty Oppenheimer).
As of now, there is no date yet for when the film may be released on streaming platforms. Under a deal that was revealed in 2021, Universal Pictures must begin airing on Peacock, which is owned by NBCUniversal, 45 days after its theatrical debut. However, "Oppenheimer" was exempted from this rule.
