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Sensational Oppenheimer First Reactions Claim Nolan’s Best Film To Date

Critics are praising Christopher Nolan’s latest project on every front.

07/15/2023

The much-awaited moment is finally upon us as Oppenheimer first reactions are blowing up across social media following the London premiere.

Oppenheimer is set to his theaters alongside Greta Gerwig’s Barbie—an event termed as “Barbenheimer” across the internet. Christopher Nolan seems to have surpassed his work on Tenet in 2020, producing a career-defining masterpiece. As we eagerly anticipate the film’s theatrical release, let’s look at the Oppenheimer first reactions.

Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer in Oppenheimer | Agents of Fandom | Oppenheimer first reactions — Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer in *Oppenheimer*. Image Credit: Universal Pictures.

Oppenheimer first reactions claim Nolan has produced another epic masterpiece

I have seen #Oppenheimer and it is epic in every sense of the word, and that third act has some of the best scenes. The sound design blew me away. Easily Nolan's all-time top five films. But inject Ludwig Göransson into me, Oscar nom incoming, delivering his best score to date pic.twitter.com/YJdcsbZV0q
— Jazz Tangcay (@jazzt) July 14, 2023

OPPENHEIMER is a monumental achievement from Christopher Nolan. A powerful story told on the grandest scale possible. Cillian Murphy seizes his moment & turns in a mesmerizing portrayal of moral torment. IMAX is a must for the breathtaking soundscape & visuals. It left me in awe! pic.twitter.com/UAYCaiTgGt
— Matt Neglia (@NextBestPicture) July 13, 2023

The magic of IMAX

#Oppenheimer is an absolute experience in 15 perf 70mm. The film’s formal elements are expertly crafted but the cinematography and editing especially stand out. It’s an emotional but stark film. It’s dense, powerful in its presentation of its major beats, and so so beautiful. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/Gol1O5mOGa
— EmperorJot (@CDNurseBaker) July 14, 2023

Now that we’re approaching the release of OPPENHEIMER, there’s something so gratifying about seeing it get the full IMAX-scale blockbuster treatment.

It’s arguably one of the most *important* releases of the year and will test how far an audience will go for a non-IP. pic.twitter.com/392lvuM7OW
— Kaden (@KadenChevatewa) July 12, 2023

A stellar cast

Expect Oscar nods for #Oppenheimer – Cillian, Blunt & Downey Jr. are all phenomenal. Loved seeing Downey getting such a meaty role! So good. The direction, editing, sound, cinematography… everything in this is just top tier. I became an even bigger Nolan fan after watching it. pic.twitter.com/5SalqRkQWr
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) July 11, 2023

Oppenheimer’s stacked cast is unquestionably one of its biggest feats, and it appears they deliver on every expectation! Award nominations across the board are almost guaranteed with names such as Cillian Murphy, Florence Pugh, Matt Damon, Rami Malek, and Robert Downey Jr. all taking major leads. The quintet currently holds 10 Oscar nominations between the five of them, and are likely in line for more.

Team Downey

I’m ready for a full on awards season for @RobertDowneyJr. His work in OPPENHEIMER is STELLAR and the reminder we didn’t need that he’s one of our best actors and movie stars. Also SR. should have been nominated so there’s that.
— Josh Horowitz (@joshuahorowitz) July 11, 2023

Team Murphy

#Oppenheimer is powerful stuff. Cillian Murphy’s flawless awards worthy performance is next level. Every player in this rich ensemble cast is at the top of their game. Christopher Nolan’s haunting opus is remarkable and Hoyte van Hoytema‘s execution of his vision is breathtaking. pic.twitter.com/oRFAVM64Kg
— Simon Thompson (@ShowbizSimon) July 11, 2023

A spectacular achievement

Christopher Nolan’s #Oppenheimer is truly a spectacular achievement, in its truthful, concise adaptation, inventive storytelling and nuanced performances from Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr., Matt Damon and the many, many others involved —- some just for a scene.
— Lindsey Bahr (@ldbahr) July 11, 2023

Extraordinary

Absolutely blown away by #Oppenheimer – my new film of the year. Extraordinary. Just extraordinary. I’m still reeling. pic.twitter.com/uiAlYVNsEn
— Emily Murray (@EmilyVMurray) July 12, 2023

Fearsome

OPPENHEIMER is…incredible. The word that keeps coming to mind is "fearsome." A relentlessly paced, insanely detailed, intricate historical drama that builds and builds and builds until Nolan brings the hammer down in the most astonishing, shattering way.
— Bilge Ebiri (@BilgeEbiri) July 11, 2023

Daring

#Oppenheimer is staggering in every sense of the word. Might sound nuts to say this about a Chris Nolan movie that isn't INCEPTION, DUNKIRK, or even TENET, but this could be his most formally daring work yet. Sharp script, impeccable sound design, and Cillian Murphy is a *force*
— Jeremy Mathai (@Somthin_Tookish) July 11, 2023

Epic historical drama

#Oppenheimer left me stunned: a character study on the grandest scale, with a sublime central performance by Cillian Murphy. An epic historical drama but with a distinctly Nolan sensibility: the tension, structure, sense of scale, startling sound design, remarkable visuals. Wow
— Matt Maytum (@mattmaytum) July 11, 2023

Oppenheimer dares to face challenging narratives immediately that can often times be difficult to navigate. Critics say the visuals and sound design evokes tension in the more chilling, sobering moments.

Early word is Cillian Murphy takes J. Robert Oppenheimer on a punishing journey though the character’s life. All signs point to a Best Leading Actor nomination for the 2024 Oscars.

More on Oppenheimer soon…

The cast of Oppenheimer | Agents of Fandom | Oppenheimer first reactions — The star-studded cast of *Oppenheimer*. Image Credit: Universal Pictures.

Oppenheimer’s first reactions are immensely positive and seeing praise on multiple fronts. If these reviews account for the general perception, it seems that Oppenheimer‘s place as 2023’s best film may be firmly cemented. Not to mention, Nolan’s work alongside some of the biggest names in Hollywood will not be forgotten and may set a new standard for Hollywood blockbusters.

Oppenheimer arrives in theaters July 21. Stay tuned to the Agents of Fandom socials for all the latest Oppenheimer coverage.