Description
The China Syndrome: A Timeless Thriller About Truth and Power DVD
UPC: 5050582122084
Overview
The China Syndrome is a gripping 1979 thriller starring Jack Lemmon, Jane Fonda, and Michael Douglas. Directed by James Bridges, the film serves as a powerful cautionary tale about the dangers of nuclear energy and the role of television journalism in exposing hidden truths. The plot follows a television reporter and her cameraman who uncover a potential nuclear disaster while investigating a Californian power plant. Released just 12 days before the real-life Three Mile Island nuclear incident, the film's events eerily mirrored reality, cementing its place in cinematic history. Nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Actor (Jack Lemmon) and Best Actress (Jane Fonda), The China Syndrome remains a compelling and relevant watch even today.
Product Features
- Format: DVD (PAL)
- Audio Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
- Subtitles: English, French, German, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Hindi, Turkish, Arabic, Danish, Finnish, Icelandic, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese, Greek, Hebrew, Spanish
- Aspect Ratio: Widescreen 1:1.85 Letterbox format
- Run Time: Approximately 117 minutes
- DVD Type: Single-sided disc
- Classification: PG (Parental Guidance – General viewing, but some scenes may not be suitable for young children)
Interesting Facts
- The film's title, The China Syndrome, refers to a hypothetical nuclear meltdown scenario where reactor components melt through the Earth's crust.
- Released in 1979, the movie gained significant attention due to the Three Mile Island nuclear accident, which occurred just days after its theatrical debut.
- Jack Lemmon's performance was widely celebrated, earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
- Jane Fonda, who played the determined journalist Kimberly Wells, received her own Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
- Michael Douglas not only starred in the film but also served as its producer, showcasing his versatility in the film industry.
- The screenplay, written by Mike Gray and T.S. Cook, was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay.
Special Features
- Interactive Menus
- Multiple Language and Audio Setup Options
- Subtitles in 17 Languages
- Scene Selections
- Exclusive Extras:
- Filmographies
- Original Theatrical Trailer
Publishers
Distributed by Columbia Tristar Home Video. Copyright 1978 Columbia Pictures Industries, Inc. Layout and design © 1999 Columbia Tristar Home Video.
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