
A Is for Atom
Synopsis
General Electric sponsors this explanation of atomic energy, detailing some of its uses besides the bomb. Using animation and an off-screen narrator, the film describes the atom, elements and isotopes, the discovery of transmutation, experiments in artificial transmutation, and the reasons for the power of nuclear fission. The film argues that now, besides war, the atomic age holds promise for energy, farming, medicine, and research. The promise of the atomic age will depend on human wisdom.
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January 1, 1953
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Carl Urbano
- Screenplay & Story
- True Boardman
- Original Score
- Eugene Poddany
- Original Title
- A Is for Atom
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- John Sutherland Productions, General Electric
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Carl Urbano
True Boardman
Eugene Poddany
John Sutherland
Department Leadership Roster
Carl Urbano
Director
True Boardman
Writer
John Sutherland
Producer
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What is A Is for Atom about?
General Electric sponsors this explanation of atomic energy, detailing some of its uses besides the bomb. Using animation and an off-screen narrator, the film describes the atom, elements and isotopes, the discovery of transmutation, experiments in artificial transmutation, and the reasons for the power of nuclear fission. The film argues that now, besides war, the atomic age holds promise for energy, farming, medicine, and research. The promise of the atomic age will depend on human wisdom.
Who directed A Is for Atom?
A Is for Atom was directed by Carl Urbano.
Who stars in A Is for Atom?
The principal cast of A Is for Atom includes John Hiestand.
When was A Is for Atom released and how long is it?
A Is for Atom was released in 1953 with a total runtime of 15m.
Who composed the musical score for A Is for Atom?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Is for Atom was composed by Eugene Poddany.

















