Too Near the Sun
Documentary, first broadcast in 1966, that tells the history of the superbomb, exploring the race by scientists to imitate the nuclear reactions of the sun and build the first thermonuclear weapon. The film reveals how the careers and reputations of some of the scientists involved were seared in the process.
Cast: Ronald Baddiley, Robert Beatty, J. Robert Oppenheimer
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Too Near the Sun
Documentary, first broadcast in 1966, that tells the history of the superbomb, exploring the race by scientists to imitate the nuclear reactions of the sun and build the first thermonuclear weapon. The film reveals how the careers and reputations of some of the scientists involved were seared in the process.
Creators and cast
- Producers
- R.W. Reid
- Cast
- Ronald Baddiley, Robert Beatty, J. Robert Oppenheimer, Edward Teller, George Gamow, Enrico Fermi
- Studio
- BBC
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
