How Cillian Murphy Perfected Oppenheimer

[@qjames0077]

I'm glad Cillian is getting the recognition he deserves

[@nobad6843]

No

[@kiangkianggta]

how are you @@nobad6843

[@CrowHarder72]

I know right? Cillian got his role as Oppenheimer and he NAILED it! Congrats to him!

[@camkeena6874]

@@CrowHarder72 He was doing peaky blinders pretty much nonstop from 2013-2022. 6 seasons. He was the main character in one of the most well recieved shows. How is that now a major role??

[@CrowHarder72]

@@camkeena6874 (Thanks for the information) Yeah, I was just hyping Cillian for his role as Oppenheimer.

[@rationalmadman9846]

Another detail that I love about Cillian’s performance is during the Lewis Strauss black-and-white scenes. His behavior and body language appears even more cold and distant, emphasizing the fact that this is not from his perspective but from the perspective of Strauss. It’s just incredible.

[@helenheeney2284]

Definitely

[@jenlindley7780]

Yes, he acts so cocky and arrogant when he first meet strauss

[@rationalmadman9846]

@@jenlindley7780 Exactly. Using terms like “lowly shoe salesman”, it really shows how Oppenheimer has contempt for Strauss, or at least how Strauss views Oppenheimer. Strauss had a big ego as well, so it makes the audience question whether Oppenheimer was really that arrogant or if that was just how Strauss viewed him. I love how the color scenes (Fission) work to humanize Oppenheimer, while the black-and-white scenes (Fusion) work to portray Oppenheimer as smug and contemptuous. Cillian’s acting in both the color and black-and-white scenes is the thing that pulls it all together. I don’t think I can praise this film enough

[@karmicbreath]

It's going to be so satisfying watching Murphy and Nolan both get their Oscars. Edit: Exactly what I imagined. Congrats to them both!

[@Bud9989]

That they deserved to get like what, 5-6 years ago? For Nolan, it's already a decade without one for the best director, and I can't wait for him to get it

[@strangetimes33]

Definitely, let's just hope they won't give it to Paul Giamatti instead

[@knoflowgaming8725]

Nolan is the only one that is locked. It will be a close race between cillian Murphy and Paul giamatti for best actor.

[@kiab_starrrr]

@@Bud9989for real. cillian murphy deserved an oscar long time ago, especially after inception and batman begins (in my opinion) but i think after oppenheimer, people now finally saw his talent.

[@ayanb7]

Also RDJ and Ludwig Gorranson

[@hothotheat3000]

He earned that Oscar. Undeniable.

[@helenheeney2284]

He certainly did outstanding actor actually mesmerising how he changes

[@thegunslinger1363]

I saw Oppenheimer twice in IMAX. It was an incredible experience. I usually couldn't care less about the Oscars. But I'd like to see him get an award.

[@dwightschrute3992]

Watched it three times 😎

[@dr.downvote]

Exactly my words. Not that oscars matter but all I want to see is Nolan just get his goddamn Oscar that he deserves from a long time. Same for cillian.

[@chrisgr9050]

it was a very good movie. However i dont see the need to see it in IMAX other than for the explosion. Neither does it seem like fun to me to watch it again. Its like a one time watch masterpiece for me

[@nickrkr]

He just Won

[@paulinegriffiths6064]

He did!

[@piamde]

i truly believe that Cillian is the greatest actor that has ever lived. He doesn’t even have to talk so we know what’s going on, truly mindblowing. And the fact that he only takes on roles that he doesn’t know how to do only adds up to the enormity of his capabilities, a truly talented artist. But not only is he this amazing performer, he’s also the most humble, down-to-earth, normal guy who seems so goddamn uncomfortable at big events that you almost feel the urge to just grab him by the hand and take him out of there. When you watch him you get the feeling he’s your introverted sympathetic next door neighbour that by some weird occasion got thrown into Hollywood without any interest in all the fuzz that comes with it. I desperately hope he keeps getting the recognition he deserves and i wish him and his family only the best.

[@maryvasilakakos7387]

Nailed it. He's a gem of a human being. Humble and authentic. Absolutely haunting performance, has stayed with me since watching the film. Oscar or not, he has the love and gratitude of all us true cinephiles for reminding us what cinema can be and do.❣️

[@helenheeney2284]

Couldn't agree more with you 👏

[@MeneerHerculePoirot]

Top 3 male actors of this generation, to be sure. In fact he's cemented his place as a genuine movie star. Along with DD Lewis and Tom Hardy. But, there are great actors in every generation. Bogart, Tracy, Brando, Newman, Nicholson, Crowe, Caine, Connery, etc.

[@brinydemon0321]

Cillian is amazing, but let's calm down. We exist in the same universe as Daniel Day-Lewis

[@johnrockyryan]

I'm an Irish person and I'm glad there is someone giving Cillian his immensely deserved props however the greatest actor of all time is DDL iykyk

[@filmreviewer117]

He sold you on guilt with every little gesture in the third act and it was haunting to watch.

[@adrienne1958l]

I never truly appreciated what a magnificent actor Cillian is until i began watching his interviews. It was then that i realized how different he truly is to each character he has brought to life. Each character so different from the last . Congratulations to him for all the awards he has won for his role as Oppenheimer!

[@helenheeney2284]

Outstanding performance Cillian

[@ahmedrkiza6613]

The part where you mention eye contact is very spot on. I watched the movie a second time recently and there was this scene when Oppenheimer meets Ernest Lawrance. And I noticed that there was something different about Cillian's body language. I couldn't make it out at the time but now I realized it was the eye contact. Cillian stares at Lawrance longer than he does with others because he admires him and he feels excited to be working alongside him. It's such a minute yet enormous change in acting and it makes the scene beautiful. Cillian deserves all the praise.

[@aspartamekillsyaknow9019]

Maybe he had some gay tendencies

[@nancylee8061]

There is much written about Oppenheimer which posits that he was on the autism spectrum. This would account for the lack of eye contact.

[@voices_vary]

This movie restored my faith that great movies can be made based on a compelling story. Cillian Murphy is a great actor, he lets a character work through him. That's real talent.

[@pandakso3365]

Oppenheimer closes his eyes in powerlessness to change the mistake he made, in contrast to the beginning of the movie when he suddenly wakes and opens his eyes and rush to correct the mistake of poisoning the apple. If only all mistakes could be dealt with as simply as throwing it away

[@tedtawk2783]

The little face movements like explosions on a map 👌🏻

[@AR-pm3zp]

Cillan's acting was timeless masterpiece.

[@anncheng3840]

Cillian is a wonderful actor. He deserves all the praise and recognition.

[@caseyhamm4292]

i love that you draw attention to murphy’s use of eye contact because while it is historically inaccurate (oppie’s secretary, amongst many other close acquaintances, stated that he always gave his full eye contact and attention to whomever he was addressing), it is characteristically incredibly compelling. the performance wasn’t just about capturing how he actually existed but what he felt and his struggle as a person. and if they had to ‘demistify’ the man that was to do so, we can certainly say it was done for the sake of much needed pathos

[@jloading_ohhh]

this is one of the craziest break downs of an acting performance ive watched on youtube. wow. thank you for allowing me to appreciate this film and performance even more

[@Lauren-z8s]

Cillian's performance will go down as one of the most powerful and perfect performances in cinema history and ever to be. What Cillian did is beyond comprehension. I think it might be the most complex performance by an actor EVER, no kidding. What this man did is beyond words. You end up utterly speechless and can only admire it because you will never understand how he did it. Complete masterpiece

[@helenheeney2284]

Couldn't agree more outstanding

[@rehnumachowdhury3629]

​@ko7577people watched it 4 5 times. I know people who watched it 11 13 times. Just look at the DVD sales and box office

[@helenheeney2284]

Cillian is a complete genius actor outstanding

[@robertjohnstone3706]

The first time I saw this movie I was stunned by his performance , and nothing has changed with each viewing. I can’t remember the last time a movie did this.

[@celemax4692]

I hope he wins the Oscar for best actor. His performance is incredible as Robert Oppenheimer, he perfected his way of standing with his hands on his hips, he lost several pounds to look more like Oppenheimer, to say the least his performance is truly memorable, because I am sure it will remain in the consciousness of the audience. His acting shows how great a subtle performance can express so much only with his eyes, and the expressions of his face; in particular the scene where he is giving the speech to the audience after the bombs were detonated, his eyes seemed to be about to burst into tears, filled with guilt and anxiety but he would only show a speech of victory and success to the people in front of him. The internal battles of the demons he had in his mind. I am very happy that he already got many awards for his performance, because he deserves every single one of them.

[@chriswho4232]

It really says a lot about how good someone's work is when you can't imagine one single other actor delivering a performance that fits as well or better. Typically sharp effort from Cillian, with the always-great investigation and contemplation from you.

[@90AlmostFamous]

Kinda felt like Machew maconaehay

[@3n3j0t4]

@@90AlmostFamousyou mean Matthew McConaughey would’ve made a good Oppenheimer or that he’s an actor so good you can’t imagine others delivering the same level of performance?

[@elijahalbiston]

I genuinely believe he was the one and only choice for Oppenheimer. I wish that Casting Oscar was around last year.

[@emmetmurray5102]

A magnificent portrayal of the father of the atomic bomb. It is a horror movie, a historical account , a biopic all rolled into one. It must be a certainty that Cillian Murphy will get an Oscar for this movie for the ages.

[@paulinegriffiths6064]

And he did!

[@kulwinderkuls8560]

Academy should watch this video before voting for best actor. 😂

[@lindaarrigoni6737]

That's why Cillian Murphy deserves to win the Oscar for best actor

[@VAANYA9]

Dear God what an incredibly detailed observation. Kudos to you. Cillian is not only a favourite, he's also the only actor I care to watch. The man represents the finest aspects of acting which is so rare in Hollywood these days.

[@maryvasilakakos7387]

That's how you do film reviews/cinema criticism: by stating your point and then going to the film itself for the evidence: I commend you on a respectful, knowledgeable and fully evidenced review, with every one of your statements backed up by reference to the film. There's so much self indulgent and subjective ranting on social media masquerading as reviewing, it's so refreshing to come across someone who understands cinematic language and knows what they're talking about. I've loved Cillian's work for a long time, was blown away by his Oppenheimer, and I love your presentation here of the details that it took to create the cinematic persona. Bravo! Best wishes and cheers from Melbourne 😊❣️

[@007artimus]

Not only is Murphy a very talented actor, you can tell that he actually feels this role allowing it to translate at a higher level. He seems like a very sensitive, humane person. I saw the film two months ago and I am still stunned by it.

[@msjsq1966]

Another killer analysis. Thank you for your observations again, Sir!

[@cherylbrink3601]

Thank you so much for this video! I knew instinctively that Cillian was brilliant in the role, but your analysis helped me to understand just how brilliant and exacting his portrayal of Oppenheimer was. Cillian integrated so many details of Oppenheimer’s mannerisms, as well as being true to the deep emotions that Oppenheimer experienced. I have a whole new appreciation for Cillian thanks to you.

[@elizabethpalladino8301]

Brilliant analysis of an iconic performance. Bravo!!

[@WillyGrippo]

As usual, you add even more depth and shading to an already nuanced performance, well done!

[@carmelrankin9362]

Wow, this whole concept i.e. body language and eye movement is facinating. The depth of all this amazes me. Thank you for this insight.

[@daviddayz2367]

Brilliant movie and brilliant performance! A deserved Oscar for Cillian Murphy!

[@karmiliaandrade9508]

Every character that Cillian has played has amazed me. If you were to put all his characters in one room, you’ll realize none of them are the same even if they have the same face. Cillian truly is a phenomenal actor

[@Quwucuqin]

To describe this movie lightly it was just and utter masterpiece and the score made it even better

[@12thDecember]

I wasn't planning to watch the movie, but I've changed my mind, based on your analysis of Cillian Murphy's portrayal of Oppenheimer. Brilliantly insightful.

[@nellyville69]

Cillian Murphy is so interesting and entertaining his mind is so unusually unique he can transition from any situation with his agile brain

[@alexvera6497]

Excellent analysis! As a training actor, thank you so much for the insight. Amazing performance by Cillian Murphy.

[@MegaSoapsFan-fe1ul]

Best Actor Oscar 2024 Winner! Congratulations! 👏

[@kristita_888]

EXCELLENT analysis of Murphy’s approach to the complexity of J. Robert Oppenheimer.

[@helenheeney2284]

Outstanding analysis

[@frankathl1]

Finely expressed, very insightful. I’ll watch Oppenheimer even more carefully next time!

[@patrarus6097]

Thanks; this was an excellent commentary. Now I am convinced that Cillian will get the Oscar for Best Actor!

[@andrisbogdans5103]

RDJ, Nolan and Cillian poised to win. Also lovely to see Emma and Ludwig get their share of greatness as well.

[@Jinx301]

I followed Cillian since intermission to here. He’s an icon for our country and a great asset for the industry

[@prahladsethi76]

Good analysis. You adeptly explained the nuances of the character, particularly the subtle gesture of spiraling fingers.

[@nohandle62]

He won the BAFTA for Best Actor.

[@BatAmerica]

And he deserves the Oscar.

[@RayaneIsak]

And now sag and soon oscar

[@OtherWorldExplorers]

The irony of Oppenheimer is after the bomb was dropped on Hiroshima The Japanese didn't even really acknowledge it. They thought it was just another massive fire bombing.

[@Angyali]

Except the survivors. They I think felt the difference.

[@cidadaoPPT]

perfection and a masterpiece of a film! excellent analyses, as always! love your work!

[@audefarelle3438]

Loved this analysis of Cillian Murphy's performance

[@bookreport3724]

Can't get enough of this channel bro I'm so addicted.

[@hellguard2002]

Cillian is an actor extraordinaire and d we are lucky to witness his genius

[@ryanl4614]

Murphy did a great haunted performance in Dunkirk before Oppenheimer. So seeing that probably made Nolan realize this role was perfect to finally allow Murphy to take a lead role for him.

[@mcsanchezthorin1]

Cillian Murphy is an acting master

[@Niubriid]

Incredible acting. Even more phenomenal breakdown.

[@jennac7115]

Fantastic analysis! Just when I thought I couldn't love this movie, or Killian's performance, any more...

[@incognito3620]

This was an amazing dissection of an actors performance. When I first heard Murphy was cast, I was disappointed. Seeing this video gave me new respect for Mr. Murphy. Showing the characters path from the beginning; with his mannerisms and succinct and calculated performance, it is brilliant to say the least. When I was a young man studying acting, I did a class scene. When it was over the teacher asked me..” what was my left door doing throughout..” I got unset he was only looking at my foot. But Mr. Murphy’s performance drove home to me the subtleties capable in a performance that while quiet and could be missed, scream out at us. And we understand the humanity and understanding and pain of this man. Thank you for putting this together. It is a master class of acting.

[@hilarylyman7132]

I think this movie is one of the greatest of all time. Cillian's performance throughout, the music, the screenplay, Robert Downey Jr in an exceptional performance, the direction by Christopher Nolan. The black & white scenes (Lewis Strauss) vs the color ( Oppenheimer). The tension of conducting the Trinity Test. Not a moment is wasted in this entire film.

[@DigitalLazarus]

Golden Globe, BAFTA, SAG ... On to The Academy Awards to bag his Oscar. Thank you. This piece is brilliant.

[@sinedn]

I love your videos so much! When one appears in my « subscriptions » tab I save it for a nice quiet moment, usually late at night and I’ve never been disappointed. This one is no exception, brought me right back to when I was watching the movie a few weeks back and feeling the same things as you, all the while not being able to express them as well as you do. Cheers and keep up the good work!

[@andrewcrowder4958]

Fantastic video, thank you for posting. Saw Oppenheimer ten days ago and I’m still working to take it in.

[@stephenbritton9672]

Superb nuanced reviewing of similar content. Thank you

[@Abdulkadir-vs5gm]

Please continue putting out content I love your insights

[@twononcriticsandacat]

Such a masterclass! I hope no shit this year and Cillian Murphy gets the Oscar. Can you please go and advise the Academy? How to not waste their opportunity to make the right choice.

[@gehaneadel3389]

Cillian deserve to win the Oscar he is a brilliant star

[@wiltherchong]

super glad Cillian got his deserved Oscar🤩

[@toniisaacson6282]

What an excellent analysis of a master-class in nuance.

[@humanentity5890]

So glad you back making vids, thank you!

[@qualityamvs2972]

This video has made me appreciate can you hear the music even more bcoz it invokes all of these feelings

[@AhmedRizk3]

you should definitely do another one for Robbert Downy Jr. for his role as well

[@primeray]

very good analysis, thank you.

[@theorderofthebees7308]

I so appreciate your breakdowns - ❤

[@michaelmcinerney1425]

Delivering fine work as always 👌

[@richos07]

What makes Cillian so good as Oppenheimer is even though you can tell it's him playing the character and he isn't in any way unrecognisable, you find it hard to believe that he's in any way connected to any of the other characters he's played like Dr Crane, Tommy Shelby and Robert Fischer. With some actors, it's very easy to see their other performances in a certain role but with Oppenheimer, it's very hard to tie any of Cillian's other roles to this.

[@randomrob2221]

I cant imgaine what kind of emotions he has to put in the role, imagine playing the man who thought he was trying to help by using science, but in the end helped created one weapon that can and will kill people. Those thousand yard eye stare, its just hurts to watch

[@ethanhawkins3391]

This movie was worth the rewatch for the IMAX re-release. Three hours flew by in a masterclass of acting brilliance mixed with awe-inspiring direction 🤌🏽

[@AnujBorua]

Best Picture Best Director Best Cinematography Best Actor Best Supporting Actor Best Original Score Waiting for the oscars!

[@grk2781]

Beautifully done ❤

[@theeditor28]

Your videos are amazing man love how informative your videos are. I love your POV of the films and icons you examine

[@kevingeorge862]

Awesome analysis with body language analysis included

[@royce25november]

You gotta breakdown Robert's performance too. He killed it and your breakdowns are chef's kiss

[@Ellenmd]

Thank you for this. I found myself thinking that I love having access to this kind of informative entertainment.

[@chrisandmegsmom]

Great breakdown of a great performance.

[@tykjenffs]

The difference in Cillian and Downey Jr's performances could not have been more light years apart. Cillian deserved it. Downey Jr got it because of sympathy.

[@silla-je9od]

Very well-done review, Just an Observation, succinct amd penetrating observations, stated with great clarity, pointing out the big things, and also the smallest of details. Will warch more of your videos.

[@yiweisun]

Nice analysis of Cillian’s performance

[@cindytartt4048]

Thank you for this analysis. I didn’t know I needed it ! Awesome stuff.

[@cardinalrobbins9453]

Brilliantly done! I'm going to watch many more of your videos.

[@Dapal0710]

I didn't know I needed this video but after watching it, you don't know how much I appreciate it. Do you think you can make a video about how “Hugh Laurie” perfected Gregory House, please 🙏🏻

[@NeilFiertel]

Excellent interpretation. I learned so much about acting that I am so glad to have watched this before I see the film!

[@cedricgist7614]

Good essay! I've commented before on how I hated expository writing in high school. If I enjoyed a story, I didn't want the task of dissecting it, forming some thesis and prosecuting it to a conclusion. I remember on of my teachers - a nun - challenging me on some point I supported poorly: "That isn't proof! Can't you see that isn't proof?" Decades later, I hope I have matured - at least some. I saw, "Oppenheimer," a few months ago - on the mini-screen. Had heard it was a great work and watched, "Fat Man, Little Boy," weeks earlier to get an previous view of the story. This was a good visual essay - and Cillian Murphy's performance was haunting. Certainly, you pointed out aspects that I didn't notice or appreciate. That's why I'm grateful that you took the time to analyze and share these subtle points with us. I did enjoy this video - maybe I have grown!

[@JustanObservation]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed!

[@catherinelennon4804]

Wonderful analysis. Thank you. Cillian Murphy is just the best. Cork Abù !

[@seematiwari2583]

Very nuanced review!

[@henning439]

His performance was off the charts, realistic.

[@unfiltered8682]

I always learn something from your videos

[@PLANETBUBU]

Missed you bro. Welcome back

[@sweetpeanmolly]

Brilliant assessment!

[@moleman4054]

Best acting performance since De Lewis in There Will Be Blood

[@valarmorghulis5685]

Oscar worthy and won

[@rezasadeghi8596]

Masterful analysis & and deconstruction as always! I enjoy your analyses so much so that I watch them over and over again to learn more about details and nuances that I miss after watching the shows. I also approach your contents as if I'm reading peer review academic articles containing expert knowledge and quality analysis. It is trully a privilage to watch your videos sir as I learn a lot from them. 👏👏 If I may، I would like to humbly ask you to apply your analytical prowess to the cases of House M.D. (Greg House)، Frank Underwood، and Dexter. I am really eager to know what you think of these three captivating personalities especially Greg House. Lastly، it would be fascinatig to see what you think of Joe Rogan and the impact of his popular podcast on today's american society and contemporary alternative online culture. Best of wishes، Reza

[@LioninWinter13]

Whew. That was a powerful ending you wrote for a great video. Cheers to you 😊