In the glitz and glamour leading up to the 96th Academy Awards, Emily Blunt, the talented and ever-graceful actress, shared some heartwarming thoughts about her ‘Oppenheimer’ co-star, Cillian Murphy. At the Oscar Nominees Luncheon in Beverly Hills, with a twinkle in her eye and a smile, Blunt revealed to PEOPLE just what makes Murphy, the man of the hour, so uniquely captivating.
“You know, there’s a reverence that Cillian’s so deserving of,” Blunt began, her words painting a picture of the profound respect she holds for Murphy. With a thoughtful nod, she continued, “And you are, like, the quietest conductor of this whole thing. It’s not in your nature to want to lead, but there’s something about you, Cillian, that’s just spellbinding, whether you like it or not.”
In a room buzzing with Hollywood’s finest, Blunt’s admiration for Murphy was evident. She playfully dismissed the common belief that the allure of Christopher Nolan’s characters is solely his doing. “It’s not just Nolan’s magic,” she quipped, “Cillian, it’s you. You bring this film to life in a way only you could.”
Murphy, known for his introspective and powerful performances, has landed his first Oscar nomination in the Best Actor category for his portrayal of Robert Oppenheimer. It’s a role that Blunt suggests he was born to play, captivating audiences with his nuanced performance.
Blunt herself is riding high on her own Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress, portraying Kitty Oppenheimer alongside Murphy. And let’s not forget Robert Downey Jr., another powerhouse of talent, nominated for Best Supporting Actor as Lewis Strauss.
As the Oscars night draws near, the buzz around ‘Oppenheimer’ and its stellar cast is undeniable. Blunt’s candid and heartfelt words not only highlight Murphy’s extraordinary talent but also remind us of the beauty of collaboration in the world of cinema.
“Quietly mesmerizing – that’s Cillian for you,” Blunt concluded with a smile, her words echoing the sentiment of many who have witnessed Murphy’s compelling presence on screen. In the realm of Hollywood, where the spotlight often shines on the loudest, Murphy’s quiet intensity stands out, charming and captivating in its own right.