Streaming has greatly impacted the theatrical experience, offering a vast selection of films and shows from the comfort of home. This convenience has led to a decline in movie theater attendance.
Subtitles have emerged as a crucial component of streaming, providing a lifeline for many viewers. Nowadays, it is common to have friends who cannot watch anything without subtitles. This is understandable considering the deteriorating quality of audio mixing in recent times.
Christopher Nolan is one filmmaker who unintentionally challenges the audience’s ability to process audio. His latest film Oppenheimer, a high-profile box office success, falls victim to this issue. There are several scenes in the film that leave viewers wishing for a rewind button, but not for the right reasons.
This isn’t the first time Nolan’s movies have faced criticism for unclear dialogue. Even his most loyal supporters may struggle to defend him in this regard. However, Nolan himself embraces this criticism. In a recent interview with Insider, the genius behind Oppenheimer revealed that he deliberately avoids Automatic Dialogue Replacement (ADR) in his films. He prefers to use the original audio captured during filming, considering it an integral artistic choice.
“I prefer to utilize the authentic performances captured in the moment rather than revoicing them later. Some may disagree with this artistic choice, and that is their prerogative.”
Alternatively, one could argue that Nolan’s intention is to incentivize the purchase of the Oppenheimer DVD upon its physical release. This would allow viewers to rewatch the film with subtitles. Regardless of the motive, the strategy certainly worked on me, as the movie itself is undeniably outstanding.
Oppenheimer is currently showing in theaters.
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