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Chernobyl Diaries (2012)

"Ten years ago, the Ukrainian government let tourists visit the area around Chernobyl. They said it was safe...it wasn't."
ThumbScore
👍 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 25% (RT: 18%, MC: 32) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Bradley Parker
Runtime
1h 28m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.3/10 (1,670 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
18%
Metacritic
32
Cast
Devin Kelley as Amanda
Nathan Phillips as Michael
Alex Feldman as Medic Goldshmidt
Milutin Milošević as Ukrainian Thug
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 1,670 votes. Critics scored it lower at 25%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A group of six tourists looking to go off the beaten path, hire an 'extreme tour guide' who, ignoring warnings, takes them into the city of Pripyat, the former home to the workers of the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, but now a deserted town since the disaster more than 25 years earlier. After a brief exploration of the abandoned city, the group members find themselves stranded, only to discover that they are not alone. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated horror films of 2012 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Chernobyl Diaries is a 2012 horror, thriller film directed by Bradley Parker. A group of six tourists looking to go off the beaten path, hire an 'extreme tour guide' who, ignoring warnings, takes them into the city of Pripyat, the former home to the workers of the Chernobyl nuclear reactor, but now a deserted town since the disaster more than 25 years earlier. After a brief exploration of the abandoned city, the group members find themselves stranded, only to discover that they are not alone.

The film has been rated by 1,670 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Chernobyl Diaries delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Chernobyl Diaries (2012) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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