I am glad I saw the movie, it was really straight to the point and without unnecessary drama. The event itself was horrific enough, and so heartbreaking for everyone affected by the disaster. People who complain it's low budget, please remember it's more of a documentary / reenactment type of movie. It's made to honor the pain of everyone who got affected and show utmost respect to the heroic efforts and professionalism of the staff. Not to entertain the public and generate massive revenues. A hydrogen explosion doesn't require massive special effects.
Now, what I didn't like is the atmosphere of shouting and belittling the person beneath you, it is abusive and hostile, two things you want nowhere near a work environment, as you can see if you google "Airblue flight 202". Especially the scene with the PM. It felt so forced and political, like "hey, see that the government was REALLY angry!" statement. And yes, I am aware shouting is not unusual in Japan, but come on. People in power should know better and do better. Then going in front of the camera and acting all humble, again it felt forced but also two-faced. Now that I think of it, casting for the head of TEPCO emergency council is rather political as well, as the person is clearly made to look a bit crazy and stereotypical. Again, it's more of a political statement and trying to gain the society's good will and understanding. This definitely puts me off, personally.
But overall, I liked the movie for what it is. And it does keep you on your tiptoes the majority of the time.
Now, what I didn't like is the atmosphere of shouting and belittling the person beneath you, it is abusive and hostile, two things you want nowhere near a work environment, as you can see if you google "Airblue flight 202". Especially the scene with the PM. It felt so forced and political, like "hey, see that the government was REALLY angry!" statement. And yes, I am aware shouting is not unusual in Japan, but come on. People in power should know better and do better. Then going in front of the camera and acting all humble, again it felt forced but also two-faced. Now that I think of it, casting for the head of TEPCO emergency council is rather political as well, as the person is clearly made to look a bit crazy and stereotypical. Again, it's more of a political statement and trying to gain the society's good will and understanding. This definitely puts me off, personally.
But overall, I liked the movie for what it is. And it does keep you on your tiptoes the majority of the time.