Adams: Doctor Atomic(2008)
Adams: Doctor Atomic Synopsis
John Adams’s mesmerizing score, in the powerful production of Penny Woolcock, tells the story of one of the pivotal moments in human history—the creation of the atomic bomb. Conducted by Alan Gilbert in his Met debut, this gripping opera presents the human face of the scientists, military men, and others who were involved in the project, as they wrestled with the implications of their work. Baritone Gerald Finley gives a powerful star turn in the title role as the brilliant J. Robert Oppenheimer.
Adams: Doctor Atomic (2008) is a music film directed by Gary Halvorson, released on August 11, 2008 with a runtime of 2h 46m. It stars Richard Paul Fink, Gerald Finley, Sasha Cooke and Thomas Glenn.
- Director:
- Gary Halvorson
- Writers:
- Peter Sellars
- Composer:
- John Adams
- Production:
- The Metropolitan Opera
- Status:
- Released
Adams: Doctor Atomic (2008) Trailer
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Am I In Your Light...
Teaser
Scenes from Doctor Atomic | The New York Times
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Doctor Atomic: The Making of Doctor Atomic
Featurette
Doctor Atomic: The Manhattan Project: The Scientists
Featurette
Doctor Atomic: The Manhattan Project: Photography
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Doctor Atomic: Wartime Decisions and the Atomic Age
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Doctor Atomic: J. Robert Oppenheimer: The Man, the Manager, the Physicist
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Doctor Atomic: The History, Science and Scientists of the Bomb
Featurette
Adams: Doctor Atomic Cast & Crew
Main cast
Richard Paul Fink
as Edward Teller
Gerald Finley
as J. Robert Oppenheimer
Sasha Cooke
as Kitty Oppenheimer
Thomas Glenn
as Robert Wilson
Eric Owens
as General Leslie Groves
- Meredith Arwady
Meredith Arwady
as Pasqualita
Earle Patriarco
as Frank Hubbard
Roger Honeywell
as Captain James Nolan
Susan Graham
as Self - Host
Alan Gilbert
as Self - Conductor
MET Orchestra
Key crew
Directed by Gary Halvorson, written by Peter Sellars.
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Adams: Doctor Atomic – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Adams: Doctor Atomic online?
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Adams: Doctor Atomic (2008) is currently available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Adams: Doctor Atomic?
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The main cast of Adams: Doctor Atomic (2008) includes Richard Paul Fink, Gerald Finley, Sasha Cooke, Thomas Glenn and Eric Owens. The film was directed by Gary Halvorson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Adams: Doctor Atomic released?
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Adams: Doctor Atomic was released on August 11, 2008 and runs for 2h 46m.
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