Our Friend the Atom (1957)

01/23/1957 (US) • Animation, Documentary • 1h

Overview

Dr. Heinz Haber, a noted scientist in the field of atomic energy, hosts this look at the possibility of an exciting new power source. He starts by comparing atomic energy to a genie in a bottle, both of which capable of doing both good and evil, and it is up to humankind to develop safe controls over this largely unexplored science.

Our Friend the Atom (1957)

01/23/1957 (US) • 1h

Animation, Documentary

Overview

Dr. Heinz Haber, a noted scientist in the field of atomic energy, hosts this look at the possibility of an exciting new power source. He starts by comparing atomic energy to a genie in a bottle, both of which capable of doing both good and evil, and it is up to humankind to develop safe controls over this largely unexplored science.

Top Billed Cast

Heinz Haber

Himself

Walt Disney

Himself

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

science and technology

atomic energy

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