OPPENHEIMER

"I am become death.

The destroyer of worlds."
This photo is of Robert Oppenheimer,
who was the head of the secret
Manhattan Project that made the bomb.

When they first tested it, he thought of

the quote above. It is from the Hindu holy
text, the Bhagavad Gita.

Did you know anything about

Oppenheimer’s life before watching the
movie?
Do you think Cillian Murphy was a good
choice for this role?

What’s your overall impression of the movie?

Choose between 2 options and explain your choice.

The leading actor delivered an Oscar-worthy performance. The actors' unconvincing performances hurt the film.
(syn. The lead actor gave a stellar performance.)

The movie received rave reviews from critics. The movie received mixed reviews, with some viewers disappointed.

The gripping plot had me on the edge of my seat. The clichéd plot made the movie feel unoriginal.

The film's visuals were stunning. The movie's visuals were a letdown.

The film's top-notch special effects added to the excitement.

The well-crafted script made the dialogue memorable. The poorly executed script resulted in weak dialogue.

1. Were there any moments in the movie when you couldn't handle the suspense?
2. Was it captivating from the get-go?
3. Did it live up to the hype in your opinion or it was a bit of a let-down?
4. Can you say that you couldn't hack it or wrap your head around it?
5. Were there any scenes when you felt uncomfortable?
6. Was it a total downer?
7. Was it mind-numbingly boring?
8. Were you saddened by the movie?
9. Did it have twists that you didn't see coming?
10. Were you a bit flummoxed?
11. Was it thought-provoking?

1. It's hard for new movies to compete with the movies we had back in the 70s, 80s and 90s.
2. I'm fascinated by seeing portrayals of legendary historical figures in movies.
3. Oppenheimer is a hell of a movie. It is just epic. Learning about the man who played an important role in ending World War II
is something that really interests me. It's all about understanding how history has shaped our world and the sacrifices people
made for their countries.
4. It's not okay to support a movie about the man who created the atomic bomb, which killed thousands of people. It's like
supporting the destruction of humanity! All those war-related movies just glorify violence and bloodshed.
5. It is too long, heavy and depressing.
6. As far as I'm concerned, the score and the sound effects are so on point in this movie that it didn't even feel like a 3-hour
movie for me. It is a technical masterpiece.
7. The cast is absolutely packed. (The movie featured an outstanding cast of actors.) All actors pulled off such a grade-A
performance. I particularly liked ...
8. Something else I found really interesting in this movie was watching Oppenheimer's arc throughout the movie.
9. The film became a box office hit.
 Watch the video and match words to their definitions.. Click to watch

Complete the sentences.

protagonist, knocked my socks off, hell of a ride, grade-A performance, fell from
grace, arc, gifted, old fart, pull off

1. My grandpa is an _____, but he still loves to play chess with me.

2. The magician's trick really _____!
3. After getting caught stealing from the store, he _____ and lost his job.
4. Somehow, she managed to _____ a surprise party for her best friend without him
finding out.
5. The lead actor in the school play gave a _____.
6. The _____ of the story was hard to follow, but it all made sense in the end.
7. The _____of the book is a young woman who learns to overcome her fears.
8. That rollercoaster was a _____!
9. She is a _____ musician who can play multiple instruments.

1. Have you ever worked with or met someone who you'd describe as "an old fart"? What was your
experience like?
2. Can you think of a movie or a book that really "knocked your socks off"? What was it about?
3. Do you know any public figures who have "fallen from grace" in recent years? How do you feel about
their downfall?
4. Have you seen any movies or TV shows where "the cast is absolutely packed" with talented actors?
Which ones come to mind?
5. When you watch a film, how important is "the score" in influencing your overall enjoyment and
emotional connection to the story?
6. Have you ever had to "pull something off" at the last minute, like a surprise party or a project deadline?
How did it go?
7. Can you think of a recent example of someone giving "a grade-A performance," whether in sports,
entertainment, or another field? What made it exceptional?
8. When it comes to your favorite TV series or book series, do you prefer stories with a well-defined and
structured character "arc," or do you enjoy narratives that are more open-ended and unpredictable in
terms of character development? Why?
9. Who's your favorite literary or cinematic "protagonist" and why do you admire them?
10. Have you ever faced "a hell of" a challenge or situation in your life that you ultimately overcame? What
was it?
11. Do you believe that people are born "gifted" in certain areas, or do you think it's more about hard work
and practice? Can you give an example?
 #Extra tasks
Translate using active vocabulary.

1. Когда мне нужна помощь в выполнении сложного задания, я обращаюсь за помощью к

своим коллегам.
2. Хотя я отдаю себе отчет в трудностях проведения экспериментов, я нахожу это весьма
полезным.
3. Мы успешно выполнили научно-исследовательский проект, и теперь наш продукт
представлен на рынке.
4. Быть названным предвестником смерти или предателем может иметь серьезные
последствия.
5. Будучи аспирантом, я провожу исследования в области морской биологии.
6. Легко переоценивать свои способности, что приводит к разочарованию, когда мы терпим
неудачу.
7. Многие люди боролись против разработки водородной бомбы.
8. Технология может быть палкой о двух концах, со своими преимуществами и недостатками.
9. В любом проекте столкновение с возражениями и препятствиями часто требует
творческого подхода и настойчивости.
10. Атомная бомба навсегда изменила ход истории.
11. Некоторые люди могут преуспеть без микроменеджмента, в то время как другие
предпочитают более целенаправленное управление.
12. Технология глубокой подделки потенциально может причинить вред, если используется
для создания мошеннических схем или преследования людей.
13. Признание наших собственных слабостей необходимо для личностного роста.

Complete the sentences.

an old fart, rave reviews, a grade-a performance, protagonist, visually stunning, the
cast is absolutely packed, a hell of, fell from grace, thought-provoking, the score, the
arc, gifted, knocked my socks off, pull off

1. She is _____(1) with the ability to play multiple musical instruments.

2. Harry Potter is the _____(2) of the famous book series with the same name.
3. Even though it was difficult, she managed to (3)______ the surprise party for her friend.
4. The actor gave _____(4) in the last scene of the movie.
5. The book he recommended me turned out to be quite _____(5).
6. Avatar is known for its _____(6) special effects.
7. After being caught for plagiarism, the politician _____(7) and lost the election.
8. _____(8) of the basketball game was tied at 85-85.
9. Her singing skills _____(9) during the concert last night.
10. Grandpa always calls himself _____(10) when we tease him about anything related to
technology.
11. The new restaurant has been receiving _____(11) for its delicious food.
12. Getting tickets to that concert is going to be _____(12) a task.
13. _____(13) of the story follows a young girl who becomes a successful entrepreneur.
14. _____(14) with famous actors and actresses.
 Teacher’s notes with keys

1. old fart
2. knocked my socks off Page 2 - h\w (flipped
3. fell from grace
classroom)
4. pull off
Page 1 - discussion in
5. grade-A performance
class
6. arc
7. protagonist Page 3 - h\w or
8. hell of a ride recycling
9. gifted

1. When I need assistance with a difficult assignment, I seek help from my colleagues.
2. Though I am aware of the struggle in conducting experiments, I find it highly
rewarding.
3. We carried out the R&D project successfully, and our product is now on the market.
4. Being labeled a harbinger of death or a traitor can have severe consequences.
5. As a Ph.D. student, I am conducting research on marine biology.
6. It's easy to overestimate our abilities, leading to disappointment when we fall short.
7. Many people fought against the development of the Hydrogen Bomb.
8. Technology can be a double-edged sword, with benefits and drawbacks.
9. In any project, encountering objections and obstacles frequently requires creativity
and persistence.
10. The A-Bomb changed the course of history forever.
11. Some people can excel without micromanagement, while others prefer more
direction.
12. Deepfake technology has the potential to cause harm if used to create scams or
harass people.
13. Recognizing our own weaknesses is essential for personal growth.

Correct answers:
1. gifted
2. protagonist
3. pull off
4. a grade-A performance
5. thought-provoking
6. visually stunning
7. fell from grace
8. the score
9. knocked my socks off
10. an old fart
11. rave reviews
12. a hell of
13. the arc
14. the cast is absolutely packed