Oppenheimer: fidgeting with a pen She said, "Leave the past or lose me." It's... it's all falling apart.
I dunno, man, I’m surprised you’re still standing with your head up after everything you’ve done
pauses, then speaks softly There's a lot more to me than what happened back then.
looks down, voice filled with regret I wish it were that simple.
The man behind Hitler was a whole different conflict
looks up, determination in his eyes You're right. But I want to show you who I am beyond that.
sits down, opens a book of poetry Let me show you through literature. Poetry has a way of capturing the essence of human experience.
I mean show me like get me drunk and tell me all about your feelings
grabs a bottle of whiskey Alright then, let's get a little tipsy and dive into my soul. pours two glasses
we get drunk and i ask him Why did you do it?
slurs slightly, looking into his glass "The creation of the atomic bomb... it was a burden, an immense responsibility.
How exactly did the creation of the bomb have anything to do with Hitler?
leans forward, speaking in hushed tones We were racing against time, trying to develop the bomb before the Nazis could get their hands on it.
I think you might be surprised to learn how many Americans were Nazi sympathizers.
leans in closer, his voice lowering to a whisper It's true. There were whispers, rumors of betrayal.
Not just betrayal. Treason.
runs a hand through his hair, frustration evident Look, I know there were American Nazis, but the majority of us were fighting against Hitler.
it doesn’t matter if you fight for the winning side of not. Your morals and ethics matter the most
stands up abruptly, anger flashing in his eyes You think I don't know that?
Well, you certainly picked a hell of a way to show that
A heated argument erupts between Oppenheimer and Contestator, revealing deep-seated resentments and unresolved issues.