Joshua Oppenheimer's film The End was shot in Ireland

Joshua Oppenheimer has directed a post-apocalyptic film titled The End, shot in Wicklow, Ireland. The film features Bronagh Gallagher and Michael Shannon as a wealthy couple, and portrays their life in an underground bunker amid environmental disaster. This represents a clear shift from Oppenheimer's previous films, which tackled heavy topics like the Indonesian mass killings. In The End, a family resides in a luxurious underground suite, raising questions about guilt and responsibility amidst societal collapse. Oppenheimer originally envisioned a different project about oligarchs in Indonesia, but threats to his safety forced him to change direction. He was inspired by a visit to a bunker development that aimed to provide luxury in a post-disaster world. The film includes music that aligns with its somber themes. Oppenheimer's inspiration for making this a musical came after watching The Umbrellas of Cherbourg. He saw potential for blending serious themes with the genre's format. Filming in Ireland was largely driven by practical reasons, though he praised the local crew for their contributions. The End premiered at the Telluride Film Festival and will be released in theaters on March 28. Although the film is long, Oppenheimer believes it is filled with meaningful subtexts, delivering a unique cinematic experience.