How did France acquire its nuclear capability?
This documentary explores the origins of the French atomic program—from the early tests in Algeria to those carried out in Polynesia. Featuring rare footage of de Gaulle in Mururoa and exclusive firsthand accounts, it sheds light on the political and military decisions behind a long-hidden chapter of history.
Country : France, Polynésie française
Year : 2025
Duration : 52 min
Français, Anglais
Filmmaking : Lionel Boisseau
Production : Merapi Productions : Franck Courvoisier, Thierry Bruant, Gilbert di Nino / ECPAD