The Polygon
Originally released in 2014. The Polygon is a documentary film. directed by Kimberley Hawryluk. At just 54 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
The Polygon shines a light on the village of Sarzhal in East Kazakhstan, situated only 18kms from the perimeter of the former Semipalatinsk Test Site, that was home to over 600 nuclear detonations. Between 1949 and 1991 the Soviet Union detonated 116 above ground bombs, whose massive radioactive mushroom clouds were witnessed by thousands of innocent and unsuspecting Kazakh villagers. They gazed openmouthed at the spectacle, completely unaware that nuclear fallout was raining down on them, their children, livestock and homes. 20 years after the closure of The Polygon they are still suffering high rates of cancer, cancer related diseases and mental illness. The Polygon takes us on a journey from the twisted Cold War experiments to those victims who remain today, still suffering despite the emergence of Kazakhstan as a major economic player on the global stage.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 4, 2014
11 years ago
Runtime
0h 54m
54 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Kazakhstan
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Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Polygon about?
The Polygon shines a light on the village of Sarzhal in East Kazakhstan, situated only 18kms from the perimeter of the former Semipalatinsk Test Site, that was home to over 600 nuclear detonations....
Who directed The Polygon?
The Polygon was directed by Kimberley Hawryluk.
How long is The Polygon?
The Polygon has a runtime of 0 hours and 54 minutes (54 minutes total).
When was The Polygon released?
The Polygon was released on November 4, 2014 in theaters.