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Vajont (2001)

Movie ★ 6.6 116 min

On October 9th, 1963, at 10:39 pm, 260 million cubic meters of rock fell down from Mount Toc to the artificial lake formed by the Vajont dam, the higher dam in the world. The landslide formed a 250-meters wave and 50 million cubic meters of water completely destroied all the below towns, killing more than 2000 people. Planned by engineer Semenza, Vajont dam (263 meters) had to carry the electricity in all the houses of the country. Tina Merlin, a journalist from 'L'Unitá', tried for years to denounce the danger to build a dam near the Mount Toc and expecially to denounce all the omissions by the corrupted politicians and workers in charge of the dam construction. They preferred to trust in old geologist Dal Piaz instead to hear engineer Semenza young son's alarming analysis. No one seemed to understand the high danger until that October fatal night.

Renzo Martinelli Director

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Quick facts

Released
October 12, 2001
Runtime
116 min
Budget
$17.0M
Box office
$329,092
IMDb
tt0214265
Country
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Language
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Studio
S.D.P. Films, Les Productions Bagheera, , Martinelli Film Company International

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Frequently asked questions

What is Vajont about?
On October 9th, 1963, at 10:39 pm, 260 million cubic meters of rock fell down from Mount Toc to the artificial lake formed by the Vajont dam, the higher dam in the world. The landslide formed a 250-meters wave and 50 million cubic meters of water completely destroied all the below towns, killing more than 2000 people. Planned by engineer Semenza, Vajont dam (263 meters) had to carry the electricity in all the houses of the country. Tina Merlin, a journalist from 'L'Unitá', tried for years to denounce the danger to build a dam near the Mount Toc and expecially to denounce all the omissions by the corrupted politicians and workers in charge of the dam construction. They preferred to trust in old geologist Dal Piaz instead to hear engineer Semenza young son's alarming analysis. No one seemed to understand the high danger until that October fatal night.
Who directed Vajont?
Vajont was directed by Renzo Martinelli.
Who stars in Vajont?
Vajont stars Michel Serrault, Daniel Auteuil, Laura Morante, Jorge Perugorría.
When was Vajont released?
Vajont is a 2001 drama film.
Where can I watch Vajont?
You can watch Vajont with full details, cast, and streaming options on 3eyedraven.