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Chernobyl (HBO miniseries)

*Chernobyl* is an HBO miniseries that dramatizes the 1986 nuclear disaster at the Chernobyl power plant in Ukraine. It depicts the events leading up to the explosion, the immediate aftermath, and the efforts to contain the catastrophe. The series explores the technical failures, government cover-ups, and human stories of bravery and sacrifice, highlighting the profound impact on workers, residents, and the environment. While dramatized for storytelling, it offers a detailed look at the complexities of nuclear safety, political secrecy, and the consequences of technological failure.