Yahoo Movies Oppenheimer surpasses Marvel movie in another box office milestone
Oppenheimer has passed another box-office milestone, with Christopher Nolan’s biopic now entering the top three for highest-grossing films of the year.
As reported by The Numbers, the story of the titular physicist has now grossed over $855 million worldwide, which sees it overtake MCU entry Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3 to move into third place.
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Though Oppenheimer has surpassed expectations, it seems likely that third place will be the pinnacle, with the drama still a whopping $500 million behind both Barbie and The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
In addition to its latest record, Oppenheimer is also the highest-grossing film set during World War II, as well as becoming the highest-earning non-Batman film of Nolan’s career. In addition to popular success, the film also garnered critical acclaim, with the visuals and performances in particular receiving praise.
As a member of the star-studded cast, Florence Pugh recently revealed that Nolan actually apologised to her ahead of the casting as Jean Tatlock, with her lack of screentime being noted.
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“I didn't really know what was going on or what was being made but Chris really wanted me to know that it wasn't a very big role and he understood if I didn’t want to come near it,” she began. “I was like: 'Doesn't matter, even if I'm a coffee maker at a café in the back of the room, let's do it.’
“We met for a drink in New York at the time, and it was just one of those bizarre moments in your career where you're like: 'I'm meeting Christopher Nolan, oh my god.' I remember he apologised about the size of the role and I was like: 'Please don't apologise!'” she added.
Oppenheimer is in cinemas now.
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