The Bomb has always been a looming specter in human history, from its devastating use in World War II to its portrayal in popular culture. Stanley Kubrick’s film “Dr Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb” captures the fear and obsession surrounding the hydrogen bomb. Despite efforts to forget or downplay its destructive power, the bomb remains a reminder of the potential devastation that humanity possesses. This article explores the lasting impact of the bomb and its portrayal in popular media, emphasizing society’s inability to forget its existence.