On Tuesday, the critic embargo lifted for Barbie. On Wednesday, reviews were posted for Oppenheimer. 

What’s being said by critics about both films opening this week.

Which has scored higher?

Both Barbie and Oppenheimer are getting overwhelmingly positive reviews. According to Rotten Tomatoes, Greta Gerwig’s Barbie starring Margot Robbie as the doll icon has a very fashionable 89 percent positive score, while Christopher Nolan’s historical drama Oppenheimer starring Cillian Murphy is just slightly more explosive at 93 percent.

Reviews are still being posted for Oppenheimer, so its score could shift and this story will be updated if/when it does).

 

In terms of box office, their contest will not be tight. Barbie is estimated to bring in $90 to $110 million across its opening weekend, while Oppenheimer (three-hour running time) is expected to tally about $40 to $49 million.