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Every moment pops in the nuclear thriller 'A House of Dynamite'

Every moment pops in the nuclear thriller 'A House of Dynamite'

Summary

The movie "A House of Dynamite" is a Netflix thriller about a nuclear missile targeting the U.S. Within a 20-minute timeframe, military and political leaders race to identify the source and decide on a response. The film, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, explores the challenges of nuclear defense systems.

Key Facts

  • "A House of Dynamite" is a nuclear thriller directed by Kathryn Bigelow.
  • The story follows a nuclear missile heading towards the U.S. with unknown origins.
  • The movie shows the events within a 20-minute time frame, experienced from different perspectives.
  • Anthony Ramos plays a major at a missile outpost in Alaska.
  • Rebecca Ferguson acts as a military officer in the White House situation room.
  • The film features characters like the deputy national security advisor and the STRATCOM general.
  • Idris Elba plays the president, who must decide on a potential nuclear response.
  • The film opens in cinemas and releases on Netflix on October 24.

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