Revealed: Emily Blunt's Unexpected Praise for Co-Star in Oscar-Nominated 'Oppenheimer'

As Oscars near, Emily Blunt speaks highly of Cillian Murphy's performance.

Blunt on Murphy: 'The quietest conductor of this whole thing.

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Murphy's captivating presence, a key to 'Oppenheimer's' success, says Blunt

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Blunt credits Murphy, not just Nolan, for the film's captivating nature.

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Cillian Murphy's first Best Actor Oscar nomination for 'Oppenheimer'.

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Emily Blunt up for Best Supporting Actress in the same film.

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Robert Downey Jr. also nominated for Best Supporting Actor.

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