Pripyat
Originally released in 1999. Pripyat is a documentary film. directed by Nikolaus Geyrhalter.
Synopsis
After the catastrophe in 1986, a 30-km restricted zone was erected around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, and 116,000 persons were evacuated from this area. Pripyat is a portrait of the people who still live and work there, and of those who have moved back. What is life like for these people, a life with the invisible and incomprehensible danger of radioactivity? How do they deal with the aftereffects of an accident which is claimed to be statistically improbable? Four protagonists tell their stories and provide a look at everyday life in “their“ zone.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 11, 1999
26 years ago
Runtime
1h 40m
100 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (8 votes)
Language
Russian
Original language
Country
Austria
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- RU
Production Companies
- firstchoicefilms
- Nikolaus Geyrhalter Filmproduktion
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pripyat about?
After the catastrophe in 1986, a 30-km restricted zone was erected around the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, and 116,000 persons were evacuated from this area. Pripyat is a portrait of the people w...
Who directed Pripyat?
Pripyat was directed by Nikolaus Geyrhalter.
How long is Pripyat?
Pripyat has a runtime of 1 hours and 40 minutes (100 minutes total).
When was Pripyat released?
Pripyat was released on September 11, 1999 in theaters.