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The Manhattan Project
A teen and his girlfriend make an atomic bomb with plutonium stolen from a scientist dating his mother. He then displays their horrible powers at the New York Science Fair, but the Secret Service isn't pleased with his actions.
















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August 15, 2002
Surprisingly biting film with great performances by Cynthia Nixon and John Lithgow
July 12, 2007
The Manhattan Project remains a clever time capsule of 80s nuclear commentary and a timeless, endlessly watchable thriller.
August 12, 2002
Often more exasperating than it is entertaining.
January 01, 2000
There was something absorbing about these nuclear scientists doing their job.
February 10, 2004
a highly underrated film that anyone can enjoy -- even if you aren't a massive, massive nerd.
August 25, 2004
Many viewers will find themselves cheering for the military men and FBI agents a they try to stop this self-centered kid from achieving his dream of personal glory.