Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer has been well-received in theaters, impressing audiences with its remarkable technical achievements. However, the film has faced some controversies and criticisms. One scene in particular, featuring the physicist reading verses from the Bhagavad Gita during an intimate moment, has drawn negative feedback. Additionally, there have been claims of inaccuracies in the movie.
Recently, Charles, Oppenheimer’s grandson, joined the ongoing discussions about the film and suggested a scene that could have been changed. He expressed his dislike for the poison apple reference, which he found problematic due to its association with “American Prometheus.” Charles mentioned that he would have preferred that part to be removed, but he acknowledges that giving advice to a skilled artist like Nolan, who is an expert and genius in this field, might not be appropriate.
He further clarified that the reference was derived from some vague sources talking about a spring break trip in “American Prometheus,” causing confusion even among reporters. Charles felt that the movie’s treatment of this aspect was also vague, and it didn’t bother him personally. What troubled him was that the biography seemed to emphasize this point without clarifying its uncertain nature, rather than presenting it as an unsubstantiated rumor meant to add interest to the book.