Countdown to Zero

2011 • 85 minutes

About this movie

COUNTDOWN TO ZERO traces the history of the atomic bomb from its origins to the present state of global affairs: nine nations possessing nuclear weapons capabilities with others racing to join them, with the world held in a delicate balance that could be shattered by an act of terrorism, failed diplomacy, or a simple accident. Written and directed by acclaimed documentarian Lucy Walker (Waste Land, The Devil’s Playground, Blindsight), the film features an array of important international statesmen, including President Jimmy Carter, Mikhail Gorbachev, Pervez Musharraf and Tony Blair. It makes a compelling case for worldwide nuclear disarmament, an issue more topical than ever with the Obama administration working to revive this goal today. The film was produced by Academy Award® winner and current nominee Lawrence Bender and developed, financed and executive produced by Participant Media, together with World Security Institute.PARTICIPANT MEDIA

Ratings and reviews

Brilliant documentary. Extremely timely and appropriate given the current polital climate. It was very interesting to see interviews with high profile politicians including former leaders of both the USSR and USA. A must watch