Atomic Hope

If you already know the arguments for nuclear energy this documentary won't give you any value. Very traditional in the way of portraying a movement - with no real edge or counter points. I had hoped for a movie that could give me an understanding of dilemmas, reflections on knowledge and uncertainities, risks on many different kinds of categories, and how to look at the slowness of building nuclear plants. The documentary is only one-sided and just holding the microphone. No challenging questions. The only reason for me to watch the whole movie was because I hoped to learn from a movement that has other points of views than me; but I knew all their arguments on beforehand and the movie does not tell anything new.

So many of the recent documentaries have been quite difficult to believe citing material that appears to be of dubious background. This one differs in that it appears to provide a reasoned viewpoint and is quite upfront in what it is trying to say. It doesn't seek to denigrate it's opponents but sticks to explaining what the documentary is about. The quality of production is excellent, it is well paced and structures itself in a series of chapters, much like a book. If you want a documentary that tells you about the benefits of nuclear energy and how it addresses climate change then this will work for you. It doesn't seek to delve into politics buts sticks to a statement of the fact as the presenters see them. Generally interesting and worth the watch.

Amazing documentary. It's not only incredibly beautiful and well produced, but also incredibly true. Sure, most facts are simplified to make it more consumable for the average Joe. Yet, they are still accurate and true, and easily verifiable. This is a good watch whether you are against or for nuclear. It's always good to challange your views and perceptions once in a while. One thing I really love to do. It's also good to become more educated on the things you support. The ending is absolutely beautiful and almost made me teary. It's really well thought-out. It's not that aggresive in the way it tries to pursue it's message, which is a big plus. You don't feel like you are hated, if you don't agree with the documentary's claims. Personally, I've been pro nuclear for about two or three years now, and I like the way this film tries to explain some of what makes nuclear good.