Movie

Silkwood

78%Critics41 reviews79%Audience368 reviews

7.61.5Kaverage critics score, out of 1019832h 11mR

Drama

This drama is based on the true story of Karen Silkwood (Meryl Streep), who works at a nuclear facility, along with her boyfriend, Drew Stephens (Kurt Russell), and their roommate, Dolly Pelliker (Cher). When Karen becomes concerned about safety practices at the plant, she begins raising awareness of violations that could put workers at risk. Intent on continuing her investigation, Karen discovers a suspicious development: She has been exposed to high levels of radiation.

Directed by:

Mike Nichols