Radioactive (2020)

Introduction
"Radioactive" is a biographical drama movie released in 2020, directed by Marjane Satrapi and written by Jack Thorne. The film, based on Lauren Redniss's graphic unique "Radioactive: Marie & Pierre Curie: A Tale of Love and Fallout", stars Rosamund Pike as the main character, Marie Curie, a pioneer in the field of radioactivity.

Plot
The film's narrative traces the journey of Maria Skłodowska-Curie (later on known as Marie Curie), from her battles as an underprivileged, ambitious clinical mind to her ultimately becoming the very first female to win the Nobel Prize. Battling all odds due to her gender and inadequate funding, she discovers a real partner in fellow scientist Pierre Curie (played by Sam Riley). United by their shared belief in the incredible world of science, their partnership eventually becomes a deep romantic relationship.

Contribution to Science and Its Consequences
After their marital relationship, Marie and Pierre Curie make groundbreaking discoveries. They discover Polonium and Radium, and coin the term "radioactivity". Their discoveries likewise revolutionize medical treatments by introducing radioactive isotopes in treating cancer. However, the Curies are oblivious to the prospective harmful effects of radioactivity. Their discovery is a double-edged sword; while it reinvents medicine, it likewise opens the dark doors to nuclear warfare, as portrayed in the movie through historic occasions such as the bombing of Hiroshima and the Chernobyl catastrophe.

Individual Tragedy and Recognition
The film beautifully stabilizes Curie's personal and expert life. The narrative takes an awful turn with Pierre's unforeseen death in a street accident, which presents a damaged but durable Curie, determined to continue their clinical legacy. Regardless of the terrible event, Marie Curie ends up being the follower of Pierre's professorship at the Sorbonne, becoming the organization's first female professor. Doing her partner proud, she also secures their second Nobel Prize, this time in Chemistry for separating pure radium.

Marie Curie's Legacy
"Radioactive" highlights Marie Curie's legacy and historic significance. Regardless of a substantial problem with Pierre's death, Marie's ruthless pursuit of knowledge continues. Her subsequent affair with fellow researcher Paul Langevin (Aneurin Barnard) leads to a scandal that threatens her professional standing, however she stands her ground. Marie's work during the First World War, outfitting mobile radiography units, likewise referred to as 'Petite Curies,' is included, which contributed in dealing with over a million wounded soldiers through X-ray innovation.

Conclusion
"Radioactive" is a poignant portrayal of a trailblazing scientist whose life and works continue to influence. It tends to humanize Curie instead of putting her on a pedestal, showcasing her imperfections, emotional battles, and fights with societal norms. Through the representation of Marie Curie's life, the film highlights the influence of her discoveries on the 20th century, highlighting both the marvels and prospective dangers of scientific progress.

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