Chernobyl, the stark reality of what happened

In this story of drama and suspense, we delve into the catastrophic events surrounding the Chernobyl nuclear disaster in 1986.

The film plunges us into the chaos and tragedy that followed the explosion of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, showing us the devastating consequences that affected thousands of people and forever changed the lives of an entire region.

Through the eyes of the plant workers, the brave firefighters and scientists involved in containing the disaster, “Chernobyl” transports us to a world of chaos, fear and heroism where time becomes an implacable enemy and radiation an invisible foe that threatens to destroy everything.

Radiation burns are visible on the screen, blurring the line between fiction and documentation. Through a rooted naturalistic style, a pain is laid bare that transcends politics and places humanity at the forefront.

With stunning photography, moving performances and an evocative soundtrack, the film immerses us in the desolation and despair of those who struggled to contain the catastrophe and protect others from the deadly dangers lurking around every corner.

The film delves into the dark and heartbreaking world of “Chernobyl” and uncovers a story of bravery, sacrifice and redemption in the midst of tragedy and adversity.

A courageous cinema that amplifies the voices of Chernobyl's many forgotten, restoring depth to spectacles that were in danger of shrinking.