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Jane Fonda and Michael Douglas unpack the nuclear thriller that almost got buried.
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The China Syndrome: A Fusion of Talent (2004)

retro Hollywoodpolitical fire startertight little time capsule

Overview

Documentary

Behind-the-scenes documentary about the making of "The China Syndrome."

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Standout Aspects

Acting

Fonda and Douglas swapping war stories like old friends.

Direction

Bouzereau keeps it lean, no fluff.

Best for:Solo: Film history nerd mode: activated.·Rewatch: Watch AFTER The China Syndrome, obviously.
Laurent Bouzereau

Director

Laurent Bouzereau

ReleasedOct 26, 2004
Runtime28m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feelmedium
Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment

Top Cast

Michael Douglas

Michael Douglas

Self

Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda

Self

Jack Larson

Jack Larson

Self

Peter Donat

Peter Donat

Self

James Karen

James Karen

Self

Jack Lemmon

Jack Lemmon

Self (archive footage)

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Cultural

The original film's release timing turned it from thriller to prophecy overnight.

Trivia

Bruce Gilbert produced both this doc AND the original — rare double duty.

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