“What are you doing?” Logan Paul REVEALS walking out of Oppenheimer as it was too slow

The controversial YouTuber certainly had a hot take.

“What are you doing?” Logan Paul REVEALS walking out of Oppenheimer as it was too slow

In a surprising revelation, YouTube personality and influencer Logan Paul has opened up about his decision to walk out of Christopher Nolan’s highly acclaimed film, “Oppenheimer.” Paul candidly discussed his experience on a recent episode of his Impulsive podcast, shedding light on his reasons for leaving the theater and his thoughts on the film’s pacing.

The blockbuster film “Oppenheimer,” directed by Christopher Nolan, has received widespread praise from critics and audiences alike, earning a 93% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. However, it seems that not everyone was captivated by the film’s narrative and presentation. Logan Paul, known for his bold opinions and controversial statements, expressed his dissatisfaction with the movie’s pacing and storytelling approach.

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During the podcast episode, Paul welcomed the YouTuber duo RackaRacka. The duo were responsible for the hit horror film “Talk to Me.” The group went on to discuss their thoughts on “Oppenheimer.” While Paul acknowledged his appreciation for the filmmaking twins Danny and Michael Philippou, he pointed out that their movie had a higher Rotten Tomatoes rating than “Oppenheimer.” This revelation led to Paul sharing his own experience with the film.

Logan Paul gives his take on Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer

"What are you doing?" Logan Paul REVEALS walking out of Oppenheimer as it was too slow’
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Paul’s blunt and unfiltered commentary left no room for ambiguity. He declared, “I walked out of Oppenheimer,” expressing his confusion and boredom while watching the film “I didn’t know what they were trying [to do]. ‘What are you doing?’ Everyone’s just talking. It’s just an hour and a half, 90 minutes, of talking, just talking, talking… It’s all exposition. Like, nothing happened,” Paul explained candidly.

Interestingly, this isn’t the first time the YouTuber has clashed with popular opinions about acclaimed films. He recalled a similar experience with Christopher Nolan’s “Interstellar,” initially finding it slow-paced. However, he eventually counted it as one of his top three favorite movies. Paul’s history of forming contrasting opinions on cinematic works only adds to the intrigue of his stance on “Oppenheimer.”

Despite Logan Paul‘s reservations, “Oppenheimer” continues to stand as one of Christopher Nolan’s most successful films, both critically and financially. The movie’s Certified Fresh score of 93% on Rotten Tomatoes and its impressive box office earnings underline its undeniable impact on the world of cinema.

As audiences and critics reflect on the diverse range of reactions to “Oppenheimer,” Logan Paul’s candid confession serves as a reminder that film appreciation is subjective, with varying tastes and preferences influencing one’s cinematic experience. Whether one sees the brilliance in Nolan’s storytelling or, like Logan Paul, finds the pacing lacking, “Oppenheimer” remains a thought-provoking piece of cinema that sparks discussions and debates among movie enthusiasts.

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