“Spider-Man was better”: Marvel Fans Cannot Fathom Nolan’s Oppenheimer Officially Crossing Across the Spider-Verse
Amid the intricate curtains of the cinematic universe, the opinions and expectations of fervent Marvel fans are as diverse as the characters themselves. Recently, a distinct sentiment has emerged in response to the ongoing journey of acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan with his recent Oppenheimer movie.
This sentiment becomes even more intriguing when contrasted with the vivid and dynamic world of Spider-Man. As Nolan’s latest movie hit the theatres last month, Marvel fans are not that impressed and they believe Spiderman did a better job in the Spiderman Across The Spider-Verse movie.
Oppenheimer‘s Triumph Surpassing Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse
Christopher Nolan‘s cinematic endeavor, Oppenheimer, has achieved an impressive feat by outperforming the box office numbers of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. While this accomplishment marks a significant milestone in Nolan’s career, it has evoked mixed sentiments among devoted Marvel fans. Many enthusiasts express discontent with Christopher Nolan’s achievement, as they harbor a belief that the portrayal of Spider-Man within the Marvel universe was more compelling and resonant. Marvels fans on X expressed their opinions:
Spiderman was better
— STΞLY (@stely_eth) August 20, 2023
Surprising
— Jenna Ortega | Fan Page (@TheJennaOrtega) August 20, 2023
I actually didn’t see this coming. I need to go see #Oppeneheimer at this point.
— Chris Nelloms (@c_nelloms) August 20, 2023
brutal.
— shabbsart🐧 (@shabbsart) August 20, 2023
There is no justice
— Foncé de Souche 🧑🏿💻🧨 (@Klunst) August 20, 2023
Spiderverse was better. Either way. Not biased.
— gwen stacy (@gwendomhearts) August 20, 2023
This divergence in opinions underscores the passionate and diverse nature of fandom, where personal connections to characters and narratives can shape reactions even when cinematic milestones are reached. As both movies have already been released, the discussions surrounding their successes highlighted the mixed reaction between Marvel and Nolan’s fans.
Oppenheimer is Christopher Nolan’s Longest Movie
Oppenheimer delves into the creation of a monumental bomb, and in line with its theme, it boasts an extensive runtime. Currently screening in theaters, the film stretches over a duration of 3 hours, standing as the most extended work ever crafted by director Christopher Nolan. Featuring Cillian Murphy in the role of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the brilliant scientist at the helm of developing the bomb that brought World War II to a close while marking the onset of an unsettling new era, Oppenheimer is a compelling war drama adorned with a constellation of notable stars. Within its three-hour span, the film masterfully weaves a narrative brimming with depth and intensity.
Oppenheimer was meticulously filmed using the cutting-edge Imax 65mm and Panavision 65mm film technologies, harnessing the capabilities of some of the most advanced high-resolution film cameras available. What sets this production apart is its departure from the norm, while Imax cameras are typically reserved for grand action sequences, and more user-friendly cameras are chosen for other scenes, Nolan’s movie embraced the exceptional to create a unique visual experience.
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