
Pandora's Promise
2013 · Movie · NR · 89 min · ★ 6.9 · 60% critics
This documentary challenges common fears about nuclear energy by revisiting how public opinion was shaped by weapons, accidents, and disaster headlines. It follows a shift in perspective as it argues that newer reactor ideas could be safer, reduce waste, and play a major role in cutting emissions and addressing climate change.
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Details
- Years
- 2013
- Release date
- 2013-06-12
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
- Runtime
- 89 min
- Critic score
- 60/100
- TMDB rating
- 6.9/10 (37 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a provocative, conversation-starting look at nuclear power and climate arguments; Not for you if you need strictly neutral, deeply sourced science reporting or dislike advocacy-driven documentaries like Where to Invade Next.
Pros: thought-provoking debate starter; engaging throughout; challenges assumptions | Cons: feels one-sided at times; key concerns underexplored; facts can feel scattered
Cast & crew

Stewart Brand
as Self
- GC
Gwyneth Cravens
as Self
- ML
Mark Lynas
as Self
- RR
Richard Rhodes
as Self

Michael Shellenberger
as Self
- CT
Charles Till
as Self
Directed by Robert Stone