As a child, the author was terrified of nuclear war. They believed international tensions could lead to catastrophic consequences. The movie they discuss explores the reasons behind the development of nuclear weapons and the failed idea of international control. They draw a parallel between the current fear of AI and the past fear of nuclear war, suggesting that perhaps the panic is exaggerated. They also mention the difficulty of establishing an international agreement on AI due to competition between nations. Unlike nuclear weapons, AI can be developed by small private organizations.