James Cameron has provided strong commentary regarding Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer, labeling it as "a bit of a moral cop out." During an interview, Cameron expressed his belief that Oppenheimer skims over the horrific consequences of nuclear warfare. He highlighted that his own project, an adaptation of the book Ghosts of Hiroshima, intends to confront these difficult truths about World War II. Although he hasn’t started writing the script yet, Cameron aims to portray the devastating aftermath of the bombings in a candid manner, inspired by the unfiltered depictions seen in films like Saving Private Ryan.

What is Ghosts of Hiroshima about?

Ghosts of Hiroshima is based on the true story of a man who survived both atomic bomb drops during World War II. It seeks to provide an uncompromised look at the harrowing experiences of survivors, intending to present the unflinching realities of nuclear warfare and its lasting impact on humanity.

Oppenheimer, released in 2023, has stirred debate regarding its portrayal of the atomic bomb's legacy, with many viewers and directors calling for a deeper exploration of the resulting human tragedy. Cameron's Ghosts of Hiroshima is poised to be a contrasting film, focusing on the stories of survivors and illustrated experiences that echo the trauma of the bombings. As with many of Cameron's works, the project promises to deliver a powerful cinematic exploration of a significant historical event.