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Oppenheimer: Father of the Bomb
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Oppenheimer: Father of the Atomic Age is a thought-provoking documentary that delves deep
into the life and legacy of one of the most enigmatic and influential scientists of the 20th century.
Through a compelling blend of archival footage, interviews with experts, and insightful
narration, this documentary provides an in-depth exploration of the man behind the creation of
the atomic bomb.
The documentary races the remarkable journey of Julius Robert Oppenheimer, from his humble
beginnings as a brilliant young physicist to his pivotal role in the Manhattan Project, the top-
secret U.S. government initiative that developed the world's first atomic bomb during World War
II. Viewers are offered a glimpse into Oppenheimer's complex personality, as he grappled with
the moral implications of his groundbreaking scientific discoveries.
As the documentary unfolds, it sheds light on Oppenheimer's intellect, charisma, and his pivotal
role in assembling an exceptional team of scientists to tackle the challenges of harnessing nuclear
energy. It explores the immense pressures faced by Oppenheimer and his colleagues as they
raced against time to build the weapon that would forever change the course of history.
Beyond the wartime period, the film delves into the aftermath of the atomic bomb's creation,
examining Oppenheimer's complex relationship with the United States government, which
ultimately led to his controversial security clearance revocation. It also delves into
Oppenheimer's role in advocating for international control of atomic weapons and his eventual
return to academia.
Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, this documentary offers viewers a
captivating portrait of J. Robert Oppenheimer—an extraordinary figure whose brilliance and
decisions shaped the world we live in today. Prepare to be fascinated and challenged as you
witness the life and legacy of a man who walked the delicate line between scientific progress and
its potential consequences.
Narrated by Jack Murphy.
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Sources:
American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer. By Martin Sherwin
Road to Surrender: Three Men and the Countdown to the End of World War II By Evan Thomas
Robert Oppenheimer: A Life inside the Center by Ray Monk
Now It Can Be Told: The Story Of The Manhattan Project by Leslie Groves
J. Robert Oppenheimer FBI Files https://vault.fbi.gov/rosenberg-case/robert-j.-oppenheimer
Published Works by J. Robert Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer JR. Comments on the Military Value of the Atom Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists.
7: 43-45. DOI: 10.1080/00963402.1951.11457138 1951
Lauritsen CC, Oppenheimer JR. On the scattering of the the Th C" γ-rays [11] Physical Review.
46: 80-81. DOI: 10.1103/Physrev.46.80 0.231 1934
Oppenheimer JR, Plesset MS. On the Production of the Positive Electron Physical Review. 44:
53-55. DOI: 10.1103/Physrev.44.53.2 0.266 1933
Carlson JF, Oppenheimer JR. The Impacts of Fast Electrons and Magnetic Neutrons Physical
Review. 41: 763-792. DOI: 10.1103/PhysRev.41.763 0.265 1932
Carlson JF, Oppenheimer JR. On the Range of Fast Electrons and Neutrons Physical Review.
38: 1787-1788. DOI: 10.1103/PhysRev.38.1787 0.221 1931
Oppenheimer JR. Two notes on the Probability of radiative transitions Physical Review. 35:
939-947. DOI: 10.1103/PhysRev.35.939 0.272 1930
Oppenheimer JR. On the Theory of Electrons and Protons Physical Review. 35: 562-563 1930
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