The Manhattan Project (1986)
Science Fiction
Thriller
Named after the World War II-era program, the plot revolves around a gifted high school student who decides to construct a nuclear bomb for a national science fair. The film's underlying theme involves the Cold War of the 1980s when government secrecy and mutually assured destruction were key political and military issues.
Cast
John Mathewson
Paul Stephens
Government Aide
Howard
Jenny Anderman
Elizabeth Stephens
Lt. Col. Conroy
Radiation Controls Officer
Laser Efficiency Kid (as Richard Cardona)
Jenny's Parent
Government Aide
Crew
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Writer
Writer
Producer
Producer
Original Music Composer
Director of Photography
Editor
Casting
Production Design
Art Direction
Producer
Associate Producer
Set Decoration
Costume Design
Assistant Camera
Visual Effects Director