Christopher Nolan's latest film, 'Oppenheimer,' has made headlines not only for its box office success but also for a series of personal and behind-the-scenes stories involving its lead, Cillian Murphy. Nolan, known for his meticulous approach to filmmaking, left a heartfelt note on Murphy's top secret script, marking a significant moment as this film sees Murphy stepping into a leading role in a Nolan project for the first time after nearly two decades and five movies of collaboration. The note read, 'Dearest Cillian. Finally, a chance to see you lead… Love, Chris.' This gesture underscores the deep professional respect and personal affection Nolan has for Murphy. Additionally, 'Oppenheimer' achieved a record-breaking launch on Peacock, becoming the most-watched pay-one film in the platform's history. However, the film's production was not without its challenges. Cillian Murphy suffered a head injury on set, leading to his head being glued shut, an incident that occurred after he missed his pillow—a gift from co-star Emily Blunt—and hit his head on a nightstand. Despite these hurdles, 'Oppenheimer' has set a new record by beating 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' following its streaming release on Peacock.
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