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'Oppenheimer' Star Cillian Murphy Highlights Importance of Levity in Serious Roles

Praises co-star Emily Blunt's humor on set, as the film receives multiple award nominations and contributes to the 'Barbenheimer' phenomenon.

  • Cillian Murphy, the lead actor in Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer', has revealed the importance of levity on set, particularly when filming serious roles.
  • Murphy praised his co-star Emily Blunt, who played Oppenheimer's wife, Kitty, for her humor and their close friendship on set.
  • Murphy described the filming process as 'not glamorous', with the cast staying in motels and everyone being treated equitably.
  • 'Oppenheimer' has received significant praise and numerous award nominations, including acting nominations for both Murphy and Blunt.
  • The film was part of the 'Barbenheimer' phenomenon, releasing in theaters on the same weekend as Greta Gerwig's 'Barbie'.
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