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Summary 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 an...

Directed By: Lucy Walker

Written By: Lucy Walker

Countdown to Zero
Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 26 Critic Reviews
70
User Score Generally Favorable Based on 15 User Ratings
6.5
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Summary 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 an...

Directed By: Lucy Walker

Written By: Lucy Walker

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Production Company Lawrence Bender Productions, Nuclear Disarmament Documentary, Participant, World Security Institute
Release Date Jul 23, 2010
Duration 1 h 29 m
Rating PG
Tagline Demand Zero.
Satellite Awards
2 Nominations
Cinema for Peace Awards
1 Nomination