By Dawn's Early Light
Watch TrailerA nuclear warhead launched by Soviet insurgents protesting the waning Cold War destroys the Ukrainian city of Donetsk. The destruction sets off a race between American and Soviet politicians to prevent a nuclear holocaust. While the U.S. president feverishly works to keep the military and political machine from going into overdrive, various subordinates panic. When the president is believed to be killed in a helicopter crash, zealous advisers take over.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1990 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | TV Movie, Action, Drama, Thriller |
| Director | Jack Sholder |
| Runtime | 101 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.5/10 (64 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Momentum is sustained from first scene to last. The director knows how to give the viewer breathing room without losing tension — and that's valuable in the genre.
Watches in one breath. Plot logic is secondary — what matters here is movement and rhythm, and that's all in order.
For genre fans — essential viewing. For those looking for something deeper — possibly not the film.
Director: Jack Sholder
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Evening with friends, volume up. Talking during the film is acceptable.
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