A moving, and harrowing experience

Rating: 7/10 (9 May 2008)

I came across this film on More 4 tonight. As this is my first review, I'll keep it brief.
I thought K-19 was an incredibly moving, and harrowing piece of film making. Most of the acting was top notch, especially Peter Sarsgaard, who I felt really shined in his portrayal of Vadim Radtchinko, the core reactor controller. I say most, because some of the accents were a little suspect, and with that kind of budget, a few more speech training sessions wouldn't have gone amiss. This aside, the radiation sickness was sensitively handled, not too over the top or gratuitous.
All in all, K-19 was an enjoyable film, very much worth the watch!