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Nuclear Thriller 'House of Dynamite' Sparks Safety Debate

10/25/2025

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A House of Dynamite, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, premiered at New York Film Festival and streams on Netflix.
The thriller shows a nuclear missile launch toward Chicago, triggering a race against time for U.S. officials.
President Idris Elba and Situation Room officer Rebecca Ferguson lead the crisis from three perspectives.
Critics praise its authenticity, noting an 84% Rotten Tomatoes score, and Bigelow aims to spark nuclear-safety discussions.

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Story summary

A House of Dynamite, directed by Kathryn Bigelow, premiered at New York Film Festival and streams on Netflix.
The thriller shows a nuclear missile launch toward Chicago, triggering a race against time for U.S. officials.
President Idris Elba and Situation Room officer Rebecca Ferguson lead the crisis from three perspectives.
Critics praise its authenticity, noting an 84% Rotten Tomatoes score, and Bigelow aims to spark nuclear-safety discussions.