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Lost Moon: The Triumph of Apollo 13
The making of the motion picture "Apollo 13", as well as the story of the space mission it details. Featuring interviews with director Ron Howard, astronaut Jim Lovell, his wife Marilyn Lovell, producer Brian Grazer, executive producer Todd Hallowell, visual effects supervisor Robert Legato, lead digital compositor Mark Forker, astronauts Fred Haise and Dave Scott, Apollo 13 flight director Gerald Griffin, command module systems controller Sy Lieberglot, Apollo 13 flight dynamics officer Jerry Bostick, mission control director Gene Krantz, Tom Kelly of Grumman, NASA mission operations director Christopher Kraft, daughters Susan Lovell Williams and Margaret Haise, command systems module controller John Aaron, and actors Tom Hanks, Bill Paxton, Kevin Bacon, Gary Sinise, Kathleen Quinlan, and Ed Harris.
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Plot Summary
The true story of the ill-fated 1970 Apollo 13 lunar mission is brought to life in this gripping docudrama. When an oxygen tank explodes en route to the moon, the mission is in jeopardy, forcing the crew and mission control to work together to find a way to bring the astronauts home safely. Facing dwindling resources and immense pressure, the ingenuity and resilience of both the astronauts and the ground crew are put to the ultimate test.
Critical Reception
Apollo 13 was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its historical accuracy, compelling storytelling, and strong performances. Audiences also embraced the film, appreciating its suspenseful portrayal of a real-life crisis and its inspirational message of human determination and teamwork. It was a significant box office success and garnered numerous award nominations.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its authentic and suspenseful depiction of the Apollo 13 crisis.
Commended for outstanding performances, particularly from Tom Hanks.
Celebrated for its technical accuracy and compelling narrative.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly lauded 'Apollo 13' for its intense drama, historical accuracy, and the powerful performances that brought the harrowing space mission to life. Many highlighted the film's ability to create suspense and celebrate human ingenuity under extreme pressure.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for nine Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (Ed Harris), and Best Film Editing. Won two Academy Awards for Best Sound and Best Film Editing. Received multiple BAFTA Awards and Golden Globe nominations.
Fun Fact
During the filming, the actors who played the astronauts experienced actual G-forces by flying in a reduced-gravity aircraft, often referred to as the 'Vomit Comet', for about 20-25 seconds of zero gravity per flight.
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