The Real History Behind Christopher Nolan’s ‘Oppenheimer’

The life and legacy of J. Robert Oppenheimer, past IAS Director (1947–66), is the subject of a new biopic, directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Cillian Murphy in the title role. A number of scenes from the film were shot on the Institute campus.

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