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The Atomic States of America

Residents of Shirley, Long Island, share their extraordinary lives against the unusual backdrop of a nuclear-reactor community in this documentary.

The United States announced the first new nuclear power plant construction in over 32 years in 2010, sparking a 'Nuclear Renaissance'. However, a 9.0 magnitude earthquake in Japan in 2011 caused chaos at the Fukushima Power Plant, reigniting debate over nuclear power's safety and viability.

Info about The Atomic States of America

Studio(s): 9.14 Pictures

Originally Released: United States, Jan 23, 2012

Genres:Documentary, History