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For All Mankind

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Directed by Al Reinert and with music scored by Brian Eno, "For All Mankind" provides a testament to NASA's Apollo program of the 1960s and '70s. Composed of actual NASA footage of the missions and astronaut interviews, the documentary offers the viewpoint of the individuals who braved the remarkable journey to the moon and back. While compiling the material for the film, Reinert went through more than six million feet of film of these historic moments.
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Derek Smith Slant Magazine That’s one small step for Criterion, one giant leap to 4K. May 20, 2022 Full Review Owen Gleiberman Entertainment Weekly Rated: B Sep 7, 2011 Full Review Anton Bitel Little White Lies It could be argued that the Apollo missions were essentially a big, expensive photo opportunity for the propaganda machine of the Cold War, but Reinert's film serves to remind us that they also redefined who, where and why we are. Nov 13, 2009 Full Review David Harris Spectrum Culture If anything, For All Mankind captures that first moment when we slipped across to the other side, an instant that remains unparalleled in our shared histories. Feb 1, 2023 Full Review Toussaint Egan Polygon The antithesis of a hyperbolic space drama. It is instead a serene and inspiring testament to the marvel of space exploration and the power of human cooperation, and a sobering film that puts the existential fragility of our own planet into stark relief. Jun 13, 2022 Full Review Tom Jorgensen IGN Movies When it's focusing on the new things it brings to the table, Doctor Sleep is consistently terrifying, visually impressive, and soulful in equal measure. Rated: 8.5/10 Oct 30, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Julian S It's a brilliant documentary that, 40 years later, might seem less impressive in our tech-saturated, Google Images-driven world. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/23/24 Full Review Audience Member Love it, it's hard to stop watching each episode, it's so or, well- written with extortion y research/ captivating & original. , Best show I've seen in a long time. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/20/24 Full Review Jeff S An awe-inspiring look beyond and at our planet from afar that inherently raises many esoteric questions. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/21/24 Full Review Chad G For All Mankind is a really thought-provoking film. It uses real footage from the construction and missions of notable spacecrafts from 1969 to 1972. However, the film lacks information about the showcased events, instead opting for narration from the actual astronauts who went to the moon. This interesting approach enhances the visual impact of the scenes shown, which are further elevated by a remarkable score. With a runtime of only 80 minutes, it offers a convenient and mesmerizing viewing experience for anyone. I definitely recommend checking out this film as it provides valuable insights into the space program and the firsthand experiences of those who went there. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 07/18/23 Full Review Audience Member This felt a bit like joining the Astronaut's on a real trip to the moon. Fantastic documentary with the original NASA footage. I should have watched this movie before the Apollo 11 documentary which was simply stellar. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/18/23 Full Review Audience Member Why are all the critic reviews so favorable? Seems uncanny that the audience and critics are so diametrically opposed one Season 3. I’m with the audience. Season 3 has completely jumped the shark. The first two seasons more than compensated for mediocre acting with interesting storylines and killer visual effects. But after two episodes, it’s hard to imagine Season 3 surviving preposterous story arcs, age-defying make-up, soap opera dialog, and dreadful acting. Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 07/01/22 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Directed by Al Reinert and with music scored by Brian Eno, "For All Mankind" provides a testament to NASA's Apollo program of the 1960s and '70s. Composed of actual NASA footage of the missions and astronaut interviews, the documentary offers the viewpoint of the individuals who braved the remarkable journey to the moon and back. While compiling the material for the film, Reinert went through more than six million feet of film of these historic moments.
Director
Al Reinert
Producer
Al Reinert, Betsy Broyles Breier
Distributor
Criterion Collection
Production Co
Apollo Associates, FAM Productions
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 1, 1989, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Jul 21, 2009
Runtime
1h 30m
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