Writer Behind Netflix’s Nuclear Thriller ‘A House of Dynamite’ Shares Chilling Real-Life Inspiration

Oppenheim recently discussed the film with Deadline, explaining where the idea came from. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, A House of Dynamite shows the reactions of government figures to a nuclear launch. While the characters aren’t based on specific real people currently in government, Oppenheim says he was inspired by former officials.








