Robert Downey Jr explains why he chose Oppenheimer after MCU

Christopher lan, who has done movies like Interstellar and Inception, is currently gearing up for his much-awaited film Oppenheimer. film will feature Cillian Murphy and Robert Downey Jr in prominent roles. Amid buzz of film, Iron Man actor took opportunity and explained why he chose to do this film after bidding adieu to his superhero character in Marvel Cinematic Universe. 

3 things you need to kw

• Robert Downey Jr will play role of Lewis Strauss in Oppenheimer.
• Lewis Strauss was one of founding commissioners of US Atomic Energy Commission.
• Oppenheimer will release in atres on July 21, 2023.

Robert Downey Jr explains why he accepted his role in Oppenheimer

As per Oppenheimer Production tes, Avenger actor explained how he actually transitioned from his superhero character into a real-life character. He said that film was tably special to him because he loved lan's approach. He also admitted that decision to leave his family to focus on film was a difficult choice. 

(Robert Downey Jr as Lewis Strauss in Oppenheimer. | Im: Twitter)

Robert Downey Jr furr added, "And just as soon as we were underway, world events lined up in a way that turned this movie into an important metaphor that could speak to any number of things. So, it was kind of a -brainer." Iron Man actor furr said that working with Christopher was by far one of most thrilling experiences for him. 

Robert Downey Jr on Christopher lan

As per FandomWire, Robert Downey Jr loved fact that Christopher lan worked with professionals while doing any film. He said that filmmaker is a professional and his dedication to craft and old filmmaking has been a magical experience to watch. "To just watch every single crew member on that set work so hard for him, to get his approval. And t like in a weird way, but like everybody kws who y’re working for and everybody’s proud of being re," actor added.