This is a very interesting and sometimes surprising 1 1/2 hour documentary. It focuses on the short and long term effects of radiation and radio toxins upon the vegetation and wildlife in the exclusion zone. Most of the wildlife in the now named "Red Forest" died in the first few months, but other animals have since moved in and actually thrive. It is a giant lab for scientists to study in. Field mice have lived there for about 40 generations, and are excellent subjects.