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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 05/20/2022
That’s one small step for Criterion, one giant leap to 4K. Go to Full Review Anton Bitel Little White Lies 11/13/2009
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. Go to Full Review Fernando F. Croce Slant Magazine 07/13/2009
3/4
If not the screen's ultimate portrait of space travel, For All Mankind remains a peerless planetarium show. Go to Full Review David Harris Spectrum Culture 02/01/2023
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. Go to Full Review Toussaint Egan Polygon 06/13/2022
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. Go to Full Review Tom Jorgensen IGN Movies 10/30/2019
8.5/10
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Michael S @Soulhunter16 Jun 18 wow... Ive been blown away by this series. I just finished season 2 and it was one of the best episodes of any tv show ever made. Its seriously that good. See more Chris B @CBoosalis May 31 Season 1 ..was captivated by the alternative reality Season 2.... wow ... even more pushing the envelope Can't wait for more See more Shawna D @Beanieboo Mar 13 This 1989 documentary takes you there. You feel like you are experiencing it all in real time. I dont understand how anyone can watch this and still believe it never happened. I highly recommend it. I rented it from Appletv! See more Thomas o @RT61727560 12/22/2024 For All Mankind is nothing short of a masterpiece. Words simply cannot do justice to the visually stunning presentation, immersive world-building, and exceptional storytelling this series offers. Each episode weaves a narrative that feels both ambitious and deeply personal, blending history and speculative fiction in a way that’s truly compelling. The character development is a standout feature, with every individual feeling real, nuanced, and evolving naturally over time. Their journeys are filled with emotional highs and lows, creating moments of profound connection that resonate long after the credits roll. The situations they face, both personal and professional, are crafted with such care that they feel as grounded as they are dramatic. From the breathtaking visuals to the meticulous writing, For All Mankind is a show that sets a new standard for excellence. It’s a testament to how far storytelling can go when ambition is paired with skill and heart. Highly recommended. See more Julian S @akajulianscott 08/23/2024 It's a brilliant documentary that, 40 years later, might seem less impressive in our tech-saturated, Google Images-driven world. See more 03/20/2024 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. See more Read all reviews
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Al Reinert

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Jim Lovell

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Rusty Schweickart

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Eugene Cernan

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Michael Collins

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Jack Swigert

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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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