Deep Dive: Zero Days (2016)
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Zero Days is a documentary directed by Alex Gibney that focuses on the Stuxnet computer virus and the malware known as 'Olympic Games'. The film discusses the development, deployment, and investigation of these cyber weapons, emphasizing the secrecy surrounding their creation and use. It also covers the follow-up cyber plan 'Nitro Zeus' and the implications of the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal.
The film features interviews with various experts, including David E. Sanger and Colonel Gary D. Brown, providing insights into the complexities of cyber warfare. It was released digitally on December 6, 2016, and received critical acclaim, being shortlisted for Best Documentary Feature at the 89th Academy Awards and winning a Peabody Award in 2017.
Why Watch
- •Meet David E. Sanger, a key figure in cyber warfare.
- •Find out about the Stuxnet virus and its global impact.
- •See how the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal relates to cyber plans.
Did You Know
•Zero Days was nominated for Best Documentary Screenplay at the 69th Writers Guild of America Awards.
•The film was released on Amazon Prime Video and iTunes on December 6, 2016.
•90% of 73 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
•The film was among 15 shortlisted for Best Documentary Feature at the 89th Academy Awards.
Perfect For
Cybersecurity enthusiastsPolitical analystsTechnology historians