‘Oppenheimer’ Opens in Japan, Eliciting Mixed Responses and Box Office Success

The release of ‘Oppenheimer’ in Japan, the final market, has sparked a complex reaction among viewers and contributed to the film’s global success.

‘Oppenheimer,’ the acclaimed biopic on J. Robert Oppenheimer, finally premiered in Japan eight months after its global release, placing third at the box office and adding $2.5 million to its worldwide total.
The film’s subject matter, focusing on the creation of the atomic bomb, has led to mixed reactions in Japan, a nation still grappling with the legacy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Despite initial hesitation due to the film’s sensitive content, it achieved the biggest opening weekend for a Hollywood release in Japan in 2024, surpassing other major films.
The release was accompanied by trigger warnings in theaters and thoughtful dialogue, reflecting the deep ethical considerations surrounding the atomic bombings.
‘Oppenheimer’ has garnered global acclaim, winning seven Oscars, including Best Picture, and has now reached a global box office total of $965 million.