The China Syndrome

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While doing a series of reports on alternative energy sources, opportunistic reporter Kimberly Wells witnesses an accident at a nuclear power plant. Wells is determined to publicize the incident, but soon finds herself entangled in a sinister conspiracy to keep the full impact of the incident a secret.

Director: James Bridges
Cast: Jane Fonda , Michael Douglas , Jack Lemmon , Scott Brady , James Hampton , Peter Donat , Wilford Brimley , Richard Herd , Daniel Valdez , Stan Bohrman

Genres: Drama , Thriller

Release date: 1979-03-16

Rating: 7.127

Runtime: 122minutes

Budget: 5M

Revenue: 51M

Production Companies: Columbia Pictures , IPC Films

Reviews:

  • Justice Webb
    Visually stunning but lacked a compelling storyline. The movie was more style than substance.
    Rating: 3

  • Hamza Leach
    Absolutely hilarious! The humor was spot on, and the comedic timing was perfect.
    Rating: 4.5

  • Kairi Jimenez
    The plot was full of holes, and the acting felt forced. I had higher expectations.
    Rating: 2

  • Amaia Benitez
    A solid, enjoyable film. The performances were good, though it didn't really break new ground.
    Rating: 3.5

  • Adelyn Stokes
    A solid, enjoyable film. The performances were good, though it didn't really break new ground.
    Rating: 3.5