Funviralpark Most space travel movies belong to the science fiction genre. These movies are often set in the future or can be alternate versions of the past. They usually present some form of technology that hasn’t actually been invented or fully developed yet. As such, it’s a genre that often speculates about where society might be in the future.Not all his sci-fi films are fantastical. However, they all have something different from reality. After all, that’s what the “fiction” part of “science fiction” refers to.
Given that space travel became a reality in the 20th century, not all movies about characters going to space are sci-fi. Historically accurate or more realistic movies about going to space are far rarer than the more outlandish ones, but they’re not unheard of. It shows that takes can be just as exciting as those that belong in the sci-fi genre.
“Hidden Figures” (2016)
hidden figure It’s a movie that spends time with characters on Earth while we discuss space travel. This was right around the time the first American astronauts went into space.
The film’s story focuses on three black women who were working as mathematicians at NASA during this time, and how they found themselves in a male-dominated workplace and at a time when things were segregated based on race. It shows how they were looked down upon or overlooked. Although its focus is on issues of race and gender, it is based on true stories about how these mathematicians contributed to NASA’s early days, and features such space travel.
“Space Cowboy” (2000)
Underrated and overlooked movies Clint Eastwood’s filmography, space cowboy, It’s the rare movie about space travel that isn’t science fiction or based on actual historical events. It focuses on a few old men who were pilots/astronauts when they were younger, and 40 years later they are asked to do repair work on a satellite in space that no one else is qualified to do. .
It’s kind of like an action-adventure movie, but not quite as far into science fiction. Because it could have happened in 2000, even if it didn’t actually happen.
“The Right Stuff” (1983)
Focusing on the earliest American astronauts in history, the right one It takes place primarily in the 1950s and as a result does not feature a large amount of space travel. I am fighting to realize my dream of flying.
Running time is over 3 hours, it’s certainly a long movie, but it’s worth it. The characters are memorable, the pacing is very good (thanks to a story that covers a ton of land/year), the score is iconic, and it’s visually stunning. Unfortunately, it wasn’t very successful at the box office upon release, but it’s certainly a movie with all the right stuff.
“In the Shadow of the Moon” (2007)
Critically acclaimed documentary with a 95% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, in the shadow of the moon One of many documentaries about the various Apollo missions to the Moon. Also, not to be confused with the 2019 movie of the same name. This is his sci-fi themed film that doesn’t focus on space travel.
Biopics and historical movies about trips to the moon are great, but few beat NASA and its astronauts in action on the moon. like that, in the shadow of the moon It also benefits from providing lots of great images from the moon’s surface and featuring many interviews conducted with former Apollo program astronauts who were still alive in 2007.
“The Dish” (2000)
Movies without villains that still have stakes, The Dish By choosing and focusing on an unexpected group of people, the film presents a unique story about space travel. I’m on stage. The town’s huge satellite dish must be used to broadcast images of the moon landing on live TV around the world.
Since it is a period drama that also functions as a comedy, The Dishbright tone and humorous character. While making sure everything was appropriate for the world to see the first moon landing, a lot of things went wrong, but thankfully, history has shown that everything worked out in the end when it came to broadcasting. teach.
“Apollo 13” (1995)
There are many movies that begin with the word “Apollo”, but few are as famous as this one. Apollo 13The film depicts the ill-fated mission of Apollo 13, which was supposed to take astronauts to the moon, but had to be canceled due to an explosion in space.
So those on Earth had to think quickly to get the people on the ship home. Apollo 13 End with a drama. Its all-star cast and ambitious production ensure a blockbuster, making it arguably one of his most famous films as far as non-fiction films about space travel are concerned.
“Apollo 10 1⁄2: Childhood in the Space Age” (2022)
Certainly underrated and overlooked Apollo 10 1⁄2: Childhood in the Space Age It approaches a sense of science fiction. After all, part of this coming-of-age movie set in Houston in the late 1960s involves a kid being trained as an astronaut to be sent to the moon, which isn’t based on historical fact.
Still, it’s easy (and definitely necessary) to read these scenes as believable or as imagined by the movie’s protagonist. After all, every other part of the film is very realistic and the director’s (Richard Linklater) real life childhood. The idea of someone going to the moon got a lot of people, especially children, so excited that who could blame the movie’s protagonist for imagining himself as one of the astronauts?
“Cosmos: A Personal Voyage” (1980)
As its title suggests, Cosmos: Personal Voyage It captures space travel/exploration in a more intimate and metaphorical way.It was a miniseries written and presented by an astronomer carl sagan We approached a space-themed topic that was educational, fun, and imaginative.
I had to sit down more than once to read all 13 parts, but for a miniseries made over 40 years ago, it was very cinematic and spectacular.Part of this comes from innovative special effects and music, much of it Vangeliswho frequently composed scores for films (one of his most famous personalities) blade runner).
“First Man” (2018)
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what Apollo 13 I did for the actual mission of the same name, first man Used for the Apollo 11 mission. Focusing on the first human landing on the moon, Neil ArmstrongAs a NASA astronaut, he began well before 1969, but used the dramatic Apollo 11 mission as the climax to build on his flight to the moon.
With a running time of 141 minutes, the film feels a little slow, and its tone is rather cold and detached. This is intentional and helps show how rigorous and calculating NASA had to be, but it can make it a little harder to invest emotionally. Still, much can be forgiven when it comes to his final half hour, as the dramatization of the Apollo 11 mission is done brilliantly.
“Apollo 11” (2019)
Apollo 11 makes a great dual function with first manThe film also explores the Apollo 11 mission (obviously), but in documentary form. Not only that, but it’s done in a way that doesn’t use a narrator or traditional interviews to make you feel like you were there in 1969.
For everyone born after 1969, it’s the best way to understand the excitement and tension of the first manned trip to the Moon. The footage and audio are also amazingly cleaned up for an impressive and immersive presentation.
