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did more than gross $630 million worldwide; it changed the conversation about space. Astronauts and engineers have frequently cited the film as their favorite because it doesn't insult their profession. Matt Damon consulted with real NASA astronauts to understand the claustrophobia and resilience required.
As Watney struggles to stay alive, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and a team of international scientists work tirelessly to bring him back home. Led by Vincent Kapoor (played by Chiwetel Ejiofor), the JPL team uses innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology to try and reestablish contact with Watney. The Martian
It demystified the Red Planet, turning it from a scary, alien void into a place where a person could—with enough duct tape and genius—actually live. It popularized the idea that space is not just for "The Chosen Ones," but for the problem-solvers, the engineers, and the dreamers who aren't afraid to "science the sh*t out of this." did more than gross $630 million worldwide; it
The Martian – Survival, Science, and Unbreakable Spirit As Watney struggles to stay alive, NASA's Jet
