Year: 2010
Runtime: 91 min
Language: English
Director: Lucy Walker
This documentary examines the history of the atomic bomb and the ongoing threat of nuclear proliferation. It explores the development of nuclear weapons, the current state of global arsenals with nine nations possessing them, and the potential for further spread. The film highlights the precarious balance of power and the dangers of a catastrophic event.
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