Director addresses Robert Downey Jr. and Matt Damon’s departure from ‘Oppenheimer’ premiere.
The Cast of “Oppenheimer” Walks Out of Premiere Amid Writer and Actors’ Strike
The entire cast of director Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated film, “Oppenheimer,” made headlines earlier this week when they walked out of the premiere due to the ongoing writer and actors’ strike. The walkout occurred during the U.K. premiere of the film, causing a bittersweet moment for Nolan and the rest of the team.
Nolan recently sat down with TODAY host Savannah Guthrie to discuss the incident and shed light on the importance of the strike in the industry. He expressed his disappointment but also acknowledged the significance of the moment.
Christopher Nolan speaks to TODAY’s @SavannahGuthrie about the moment the Oppenheimer cast walked out of the movie’s premiere and the SAG-AFTRA strike: “It’s an important moment in the industry.” pic.twitter.com/2I5ICgZqNa
— TODAY (@TODAYshow) July 18, 2023
“Oppenheimer” boasts a star-studded cast, including Cillian Murphy, Emily Blunt, Robert Downey Jr., Matt Damon, and Florence Pugh. Despite their absence at the premiere, Nolan expressed gratitude for their support and understanding of the strike.
The strike, which began in July, has been a significant disruption in the entertainment industry. Both actors and writers are demanding higher residuals for streaming services and protection against the rise of artificial intelligence that threatens their jobs.
This strike marks a historic moment, as the last time both actors and writers were on strike was in 1960. Ronald Reagan, who was an actor at the time, served as the president of the Screen Actors Guild during that period.
In addition to discussing the strike, Nolan also shared his vision for the film. He emphasized the limited use of computer-generated images, aiming to create imagery that combines beauty and threat to give the film a powerful impact.
“Oppenheimer” tells the captivating story of J. Robert Oppenheimer’s pivotal role in the development of the atomic bomb. The film is set to hit theaters this Friday, and despite the premiere setback, anticipation remains high.
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