A Compassionate Spy
"He saw a world about to burn and would do anything to save it."
Released 4 years ago in 2022. A Compassionate Spy is a documentary film. directed by Steve James.
Starring Theodore Hall, Joan Hall, and Joseph Albright
Synopsis
Physicist Ted Hall is recruited to join the Manhattan Project as a teenager and goes to Los Alamos with no idea what he'll be working on. When he learns the true nature of the weapon being designed, he fears the post-war risk of a nuclear holocaust and begins to pass significant information to the Soviet Union.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 31, 2022
3 years ago
Runtime
1h 42m
102 minutes total
User Rating
6.2/10
Good (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Participant
- Kartemquin Films
- Mitten Media
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Compassionate Spy about?
Physicist Ted Hall is recruited to join the Manhattan Project as a teenager and goes to Los Alamos with no idea what he'll be working on. When he learns the true nature of the weapon being designed...
Who directed A Compassionate Spy?
A Compassionate Spy was directed by Steve James.
How long is A Compassionate Spy?
A Compassionate Spy has a runtime of 1 hours and 42 minutes (102 minutes total).
When was A Compassionate Spy released?
A Compassionate Spy was released on August 31, 2022 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Compassionate Spy?
The main cast of A Compassionate Spy includes Theodore Hall, Joan Hall, Joseph Albright, Marcia Kunstel, Daniel Axelrod.