The Sorcerer's Apprentice
Originally released in 1996. The Sorcerer's Apprentice is a documentary/drama film. directed by André Gazut. At just 62 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jean Vautrin
Synopsis
60 years ago, in the Algerian desert, an atomic bomb, equivalent to three or even four times Hiroshima, exploded. Named the “Blue Gerboise”, it was the first atomic bomb tested by France, and of hitherto unrivaled power. This 70 kiloton plutonium bomb was launched in the early morning, in the Reggane region, in southern Algeria, during the French colonial era. If this test allowed France to become the 4th nuclear power in the world, it had catastrophic repercussions. France had, at the time, certified that the radiation was well below the standard safety threshold. However, in 2013, declassified files revealed that the level of radioactivity had been much higher than announced, and had been recorded from West Africa to the south of Spain.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 1996
30 years ago
Runtime
1h 2m
62 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
Switzerland
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- TSR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sorcerer's Apprentice about?
60 years ago, in the Algerian desert, an atomic bomb, equivalent to three or even four times Hiroshima, exploded. Named the “Blue Gerboise”, it was the first atomic bomb tested by France, and o...
Who directed The Sorcerer's Apprentice?
The Sorcerer's Apprentice was directed by André Gazut.
How long is The Sorcerer's Apprentice?
The Sorcerer's Apprentice has a runtime of 1 hours and 2 minutes (62 minutes total).
When was The Sorcerer's Apprentice released?
The Sorcerer's Apprentice was released on January 1, 1996 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sorcerer's Apprentice?
The main cast of The Sorcerer's Apprentice includes Jean Vautrin.