This month doco streamer iWonder highlights foreign language films that look at both sides of the nuclear debate.
Language
Chillnobyl
November 7
Chillnobyl follows Igor and his friends as they embark on a daring mission to turn Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone from a symbol of disaster into a space for creativity. 35 years after the nuclear catastrophe, Igor dreams of hosting a rave at the heart of Chernobyl, challenging old perceptions and bringing new life to this desolate area. Facing resistance, corruption, and societal fears, Igor’s journey highlights the clash between Soviet-era scars and modern hopes for renewal. Chillnobyl offers a unique glimpse into the power of art and resilience to reshape even the most unlikely spaces, suggesting that Chernobyl’s future might hold more than its tragic past.
Nuclear Forever
November 28
Is nuclear power a dangerous gamble or a necessary tool against climate change? In Nuclear Forever, director Carsten Rau explores nuclear energy’s complex legacy through interviews with scientists, policymakers, and those impacted by nuclear policies. As Germany, at the time led by Angela Merkel, phases out nuclear reactors while France maintains a heavy reliance on them, the documentary presents both the environmental hopes and profound dangers tied to atomic power. Rau’s skilful storytelling balances hard data with powerful visuals, capturing the scale of nuclear challenges, from costly decommissioning to storing waste for 1 million years. The film doesn’t offer easy answers; instead, it tries to tackle the pressing question: Is nuclear power a dangerous gamble or a necessary tool against climate change? A must-watch for anyone invested in the future of energy, Nuclear Forever is a timely, balanced look at one of the defining issues of our time.
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