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Nuclear Addiction: Dr. Rosalie Bertell on the Cost of Deterrence

Directed by Terre Nash
Canada, 1986 (documentary, 19 minutes, English)
Nuclear Addiction: Dr. Rosalie Bertell on the Cost of Deterrence
Image: © National Film Board of Canada

Film Description:
"This film records a lecture by scientist, Roman Catholic nun and world-renowned expert on low-level radiation, Dr. Rosalie Bertell. She explains the complex chain reactions that follow nuclear explosions, affecting natural life systems, our climate and human health, and briefly describes other war and defense operations that contribute to the level of nuclear pollution. Together, these sources have radically altered our planetary environment, endangering the future of life on Earth. Powerful stock footage and stills add urgency to Dr. Bertell's quiet plea. The film ends with her lucid ideas on what steps must be taken to reverse this critical situation."
-- National Film Board of Canada (source)

Film Credits (partial):
Produced by: Bonnie Sherr Klein, Margaret Pettigrew, Kathleen Shannon
Cinematography: Susan Trow, Mike Mahoney
Film Editing: Terre Nash
Production Company: National Film Board of Canada / Office national du film du Canada
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