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Radio Bikini (1988)

Movie ★ 7.4 56 min

Documentary

Robert Stone’s Academy Award–nominated documentary reconstructs the 1946 Operation Crossroads nuclear tests at Bikini Atoll. Built largely from previously unseen U.S. government archival footage and eyewitness accounts, the film recounts the relocation of the Bikini Islanders and the experiences of American sailors who were exposed to radioactive fallout during the experiments. The documentary later aired as part of the PBS series American Experience.

Robert Stone Director

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Quick facts

Released
March 12, 1988
Runtime
56 min
IMDb
tt0093817
Language
, Marshall,

Themes

Cast

Kilon Bauno Self John Smitherman Self Warren Austin Self (archive footage) Bernard Baruch Self (archive footage) W.H.P. Blandy W.H.P. Blandy Self (archive footage) Albert Einstein Albert Einstein Self (archive footage)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Radio Bikini about?
Robert Stone’s Academy Award–nominated documentary reconstructs the 1946 Operation Crossroads nuclear tests at Bikini Atoll. Built largely from previously unseen U.S. government archival footage and eyewitness accounts, the film recounts the relocation of the Bikini Islanders and the experiences of American sailors who were exposed to radioactive fallout during the experiments. The documentary later aired as part of the PBS series American Experience.
Who directed Radio Bikini?
Radio Bikini was directed by Robert Stone.
Who stars in Radio Bikini?
Radio Bikini stars Kilon Bauno, John Smitherman, Warren Austin, Bernard Baruch.
When was Radio Bikini released?
Radio Bikini is a 1988 documentary film.
Where can I watch Radio Bikini?
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