Pu-239

In a gritty industrial town in Russia, a nuclear plant worker named Timofey (Paddy Considine) steals plutonium to sell on the black market to provide for his family after he learns he is dying from radiation poisoning. His desperate actions lead him into a dangerous underworld of crime and betrayal as he tries to secure a future for his loved ones.

Pu-239 received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised its performances, particularly Paddy Considine's, and its intense, character-driven drama. However, some found the pacing to be slow and the narrative somewhat bleak.

• Paddy Considine delivers a compelling and heartbreaking performance.
• The film offers a tense and unflinching look at desperation in post-Soviet Russia.
• Despite its dark themes, the movie is praised for its humanistic approach.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the powerful acting and the film's ability to evoke strong emotions. Many found it to be a thought-provoking and impactful drama, although some noted its somber tone.

The film was inspired by a true story of a man who stole plutonium from a Russian nuclear facility.