Describing a 'limited' nuclear attack in Kent, this 1965 film is now widely recognised as an excellent piece of work, although it was kept off TV screens until 1985. Film followed by a discussion organised by Tyneside Medact.

A classic BBC movie made by Peter Watkins in 1965, which describes a 'limited' nuclear attack in Kent.

Now widely recognised as an excellent piece of work, it was kept off TV screens until 1985. Critic Kenneth Tynan said that it "may be the most important film ever made".

Prizes

The film won an Oscar for Best Documentary in 1967, and won a Special Prize in 1966 at the Venice Film Festival.

Discussion

After the film, Tyneside Medact will be presenting a discussion on how to prevent nuclear war ever happening, with a  notable national speaker.

About Tyneside Medact - Medical Action for Global Security

Tyneside Medact highlights the health impacts of violent conflict, poverty and environmental degradation, and with others acts to eradicate them. Has published a briefing on health and environmental impacts of the war on Iraq.