Nuclear Nation (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 2012, Nuclear Nation is a documentary film directed by Atsushi Funahashi, running about 145 minutes.
What it’s about. After the 11 March 2011 tsunami and nuclear disaster, residents of Futaba, a town in Fukushima Prefecture, are relocated to an abandoned high school in a suburb of Tokyo, 150 miles south. With a clear and compassionate eye, filmmaker Atsushi Funahashi follows the displaced people as they struggle to adapt to their new environment. Among the vivid personalities who emerge are the town mayor, a Moses without a Promised Land; and a farmer who would rather defy the government than abandon his cows to certain starvation.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Nuclear Nation has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nuclear Nation page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nuclear Nation (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nuclear Nation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nuclear Nation worth watching?
- Nuclear Nation holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Nuclear Nation released?
- Nuclear Nation was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 145 minutes.