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Fukushima Documentary Reveals Heroism Amid Tepco's Negligence

2/18/2026

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The documentary on Japan's Fukushima nuclear disaster, directed by James Jones and Megumi Inman, recounts the 2011 catastrophe triggered by a tsunami.
It reports 20,000 deaths and 164,000 displaced.
The film highlights the heroism of the Fukushima 50, who risked their lives to prevent a meltdown.
It notes Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco) and its prior negligence are not contextualized and concludes Tepco failed to disclose critical information.

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Story summary

The documentary on Japan's Fukushima nuclear disaster, directed by James Jones and Megumi Inman, recounts the 2011 catastrophe triggered by a tsunami.
It reports 20,000 deaths and 164,000 displaced.
The film highlights the heroism of the Fukushima 50, who risked their lives to prevent a meltdown.
It notes Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco) and its prior negligence are not contextualized and concludes Tepco failed to disclose critical information.