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Fat Man and Little Boy (1989)

"The story of the extraordinary people who changed our world."

6.219892h 7mEN
DramaHistoryWar

Directed by Roland Joffé

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

2h 7m

Language

EN

Release

October 20, 1989

Director

Roland Joffé

Official Trailer

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Overview

Assigned to oversee the development of the atomic bomb, Gen. Leslie Groves is a stern military man determined to have the project go according to plan. He selects J. Robert Oppenheimer as the key scientist on the top-secret operation, but the two men clash fiercely on a number of issues. Despite the...

Cast

Paul Newman

Paul Newman

Gen. Leslie R. Groves

Dwight Schultz

Dwight Schultz

J. Robert Oppenheimer

Bonnie Bedelia

Bonnie Bedelia

Kitty Oppenheimer

John Cusack

John Cusack

Michael Merriman

Laura Dern

Laura Dern

Kathleen Robinson

Ron Frazier

Ron Frazier

Peter de Silva

John C. McGinley

John C. McGinley

Richard Schoenfield

Natasha Richardson

Natasha Richardson

Jean Tatlock

Ron Vawter

Ron Vawter

Jamie Latrobe

Michael Brockman

Michael Brockman

William "Deke" Parsons

Del Close

Del Close

Dr. Kenneth Whiteside

John Considine

John Considine

Robert Tuckson

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Fat Man and Little Boy (1989), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Assigned to oversee the development of the atomic bomb, Gen. Leslie Groves is a stern military man determined to have the project go according to plan. He selects J. Robert Oppenheimer as the key scientist on the top-secret operation, but the two men clash fiercely on a number of issues. Despite their frequent conflicts, Groves and Oppenheimer ultimately push ahead with two bomb designs — the bigger "Fat Man" and the more streamlined "Little Boy."

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Fat Man and Little Boy. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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