The Day After Trinity
Originally released in 1981. The Day After Trinity is a documentary/history film. directed by Jon Else. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Paul Frees, Jon Else, and J. Robert Oppenheimer
Synopsis
This essential, Academy Award–nominated documentary offers an urgent warning from history about the dangers of nuclear warfare via the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the enigmatic physicist and all-around Renaissance man who led the Manhattan Project to develop the atomic bomb that America unleashed on Japan in the final days of World War II. Through extensive interviews and archival footage, THE DAY AFTER TRINITY traces Oppenheimer’s evolution, from architect of one of the most consequential endeavors of the twentieth century to an outspoken opponent of nuclear proliferation who came to deeply regret his role in ushering in the perils of the atomic age.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 20, 1981
45 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (19 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- KTEH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Day After Trinity about?
This essential, Academy Award–nominated documentary offers an urgent warning from history about the dangers of nuclear warfare via the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, the enigmatic physicist and ...
Who directed The Day After Trinity?
The Day After Trinity was directed by Jon Else.
How long is The Day After Trinity?
The Day After Trinity has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was The Day After Trinity released?
The Day After Trinity was released on January 20, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Day After Trinity?
The main cast of The Day After Trinity includes Paul Frees, Jon Else, J. Robert Oppenheimer, Hans Bethe, Frank Oppenheimer.