Going to Mars
Going to Mars

Movie spotlight

Going to Mars

2010
Movie
109 min
Korean

In May 5th, 1991 when the 10th murder case of Hwaseong serial killing occurred, a girl goes missing in Hwaseong (homophone of Mars in Korean). Then there is Chun-hee in Seoul, 2009, living with the eyes of the missing girl. With some help (?) from her father Chun-hee‘s corneas were donated to her in 1991. Yet corneas donation must happen postmortem, a gift coming from somebody’s death. Today Chun-hee works at a real estate agency, showing houses and lands for development. One day she is given the task of introducing lands in Hwaseong, a misfortunate place of past but being developed into a high-tech industrial city now. Then she finally sets foot there in Hwaseong.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: Malia Sch SchwartzGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This documentary follows the lives of three African-American women who are pioneers in STEM fields. It explores their personal journeys, challenges, and triumphs as they navigate careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The film highlights their dedication and passion for their work and serves as an inspiration for future generations. It delves into their motivations and the societal expectations they often defied.

Critical Reception

While "Going to Mars" has received praise for its inspirational message and focus on underrepresented voices in STEM, it is a less widely reviewed documentary compared to mainstream releases. Critical consensus generally acknowledges its positive impact and the compelling stories of its subjects.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for highlighting diverse achievements in STEM.

  • Appreciated for its inspirational and empowering narrative.

  • Seen as an important documentary for promoting education in science fields.

Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with viewers finding the stories of the featured women to be motivating and informative. The film is often recommended for its ability to inspire young people, particularly girls, to pursue careers in STEM.

Fun Fact

The documentary's title, "Going to Mars," serves as a metaphor for the ambitious and often challenging paths taken by the women featured, representing their pursuit of excellence in fields that have historically been difficult to enter for many.

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