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The controversial true story that inflamed a nation, starring Meryl Streep, Kurt Russell and Cher.
This dramatic film is based on the true story of Karen Silkwood, a rank-and-file worker at a plutonium factory, who was accidentally ... Full Descriptionexposed to a lethal dose of radiation. Historically, the company downpla
The controversial true story that inflamed a nation, starring Meryl Streep, Kurt Russell and Cher.
This dramatic film is based on the true story of Karen Silkwood, a rank-and-file worker at a plutonium factory, who was accidentally ... Full Descriptionexposed to a lethal dose of radiation. Historically, the company downplayed employee's complaints about radiation sickness, much to Karen's frustration. Her own ordeal made Karen an activist. When she was about to go public with evidence of the company's poor safety record, the corporate powers went to extreme lengths to ensure that Karen's story was never told.
Based on the true story of Karen Silkwood, an employee of an Oklahoma plutonium plant who died in a mysterious car accident before blowing the whistle about dangerous conditions at the plant. Academy Award Nominations: 5, including Best Director, Best Actress--Meryl Streep, Best (Original) Screenplay.
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