Set in April 1986 in Pripyat, Ukraine, the film chronicles the catastrophic core melt at Reactor 4 of the Chernobyl Power Plant, where over thirty people died in the blast and the radiation fallout would claim thousands more. It follows the shock and global reaction to the explosion, the bravery of those who worked to stabilize the reactor, and the stories of ordinary people who, amid the disaster, were caught up in love and loss. The narrative weaves together the ecological devastation with personal courage and supernatural stoicism, offering a poignant account of resilience in the face of unbeatable odds.