Chernobyl: Abyss

2021 • 136 min • Drama · History · Action

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Synopsis

The aftermath of a shocking explosion at the Chernobyl nuclear power station made hundreds of people sacrifice their lives to clean up the site of the catastrophe and to successfully prevent an even bigger disaster that could have turned a large part of the European continent into an uninhabitable exclusion zone. This is their story.

Our family guide

Best from age 12

Movie Knight Score

581 reviews

62 Audience · 581 · 100%

This dramatic historical action film recounts the immediate aftermath of the Chernobyl disaster, focusing on the heroic efforts of firefighters and liquidators. They bravely confront extreme radiation to prevent an even larger catastrophe in Europe. It's a story of sacrifice, quick thinking, and the human cost of a nuclear crisis.

Violence & peril: 6/10
Language: 2/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 3/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 7/10

Heads up

Depicts graphic injuries from radiation
Some intense disaster sequences
Brief moments of drinking and smoking

What it models well

Self-sacrifice and bravery
Heroism in the face of disaster
Importance of quick action
Teamwork and dedication

Talk about it after

The real history of Chernobyl and its impact
The dangers of radiation exposure
The sacrifices made by ordinary people
The importance of nuclear safety

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