Kristina
One of the toughest choices facing movie-goers this weekend is deciding between “Oppenheimer” and “Barbie.” Both films hit theaters on July 21, leaving fans in a dilemma over which one to catch first. With Greta Gerwig helming “Barbie” and Christopher Nolan directing “Oppenheimer,” the clash of these cinematic giants has everyone buzzing. Interestingly, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his family made their choice, selecting “Barbie” as their first movie pick.
Rishi Sunak took to Twitter to share the news with his followers, posting an adorable picture of himself with his wife Akshata Murty and their daughters, Krishna and Anoushka, seemingly taken at the theater. In the photo, they all don shades of pink, clearly indicating their decision to watch Margot Robbie’s captivating performance in “Barbie.”
In his tweet, Rishi Sunak humorously wrote, “The family vote was only ever going one way – Barbie first it is! #Barbenheimer.” The media has eagerly embraced the faceoff between these Hollywood summer blockbusters, coining the trendy hashtag “Barbenheimer,” which has been making rounds on social media even before the films’ release on Friday.
As the titles suggest, “Barbie” revolves around the iconic doll, while “Oppenheimer” is a gripping biographical thriller centered on J. Robert Oppenheimer, the renowned theoretical physicist often referred to as the “father of the atomic bomb.”
In “Oppenheimer,” the talented Cillian portrays the titular role, with British actor Emily Blunt starring as his wife, and Florence Pugh taking on the role of Oppenheimer’s mistress. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Robert Downey Jr., playing Lewis Strauss, along with Matt Damon, Rami Malek, Gary Oldman, Jason Clarke, and Benny Safdie, among others.
On the other hand, “Barbie” features an equally star-studded lineup, with Margot Robbie leading the pack, joined by Ryan Gosling, Dua Lipa, Simu Liu, Ariana Greenblatt, Michael Cera, and Emma Mackey, all under the expert direction of Greta Gerwig.
It’s clear that “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” have sparked intense excitement among movie lovers, each offering a unique and compelling cinematic experience. Whether you’re charmed by Barbie’s pink world or drawn to Oppenheimer’s intriguing narrative, both films promise a captivating ride at the box office this weekend.
