Kathryn Bigelow Releases Nuclear Thriller 'A House of Dynamite' Exploring Imminent U.S. Strike Scenario

Kathryn Bigelow's new film, "A House of Dynamite," is a tense geopolitical thriller exploring the harrowing scenario of a nuclear missile headed for the United States, specifically Chicago, with only 18 minutes for government officials to respond. The film employs a Rashomon-style narrative, presenting the crisis from multiple perspectives including frontline military detection, the White House Situation Room, and the president's decision-making process, highlighting the immense pressure and the near-impossibility of making the right call. Bigelow and screenwriter Noah Oppenheim extensively researched with current and former government officials to portray the realistic and urgent nature of nuclear command and control. The story emphasizes the terrifying reality that the power to launch a retaliatory nuclear strike rests solely with the president, and any decision could escalate into a global nuclear holocaust or invite further attacks. "A House of Dynamite" is described as a cautionary tale that captures the dread and moral complexity of nuclear deterrence in today's volatile geopolitical landscape. The film is set for limited theatrical release followed by a Netflix debut, continuing Bigelow's tradition of intense, issue-driven filmmaking.