In 1968, Apollo 8 astronauts captured the first image of Earth from space, revealing the planet suspended in the vastness of the universe.
“The image that shared our world.”
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In 1968, Apollo 8 astronauts captured the first image of Earth from space, revealing the planet suspended in the vastness of the universe.
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Jim Lovell, Bill Anders, and Frank Borman recount their experiences aboard Apollo 8, the mission that captured the first image of Earth from space in 1968. The film, directed by Emmanuel Vaughan-Lee, features the astronauts reflecting on the moment they saw Earth suspended in the vastness of space. Their memories reveal the beauty and fragility of the planet, which sparked a global appreciation for Earth as a shared home. Earthrise premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 21, 2018, and later aired on PBS.
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- See the first Earth image from space captured in 1968.
- Meet Apollo 8 astronauts sharing their personal stories.
- Find out how Earthrise changed global perspectives.
Did You Know
- Earthrise premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 21, 2018.
- The film won the Audience Award at AFI DOCS in 2018.
- It was nominated for an Emmy at the 40th News and Documentary Emmy Award.
- The documentary features the Apollo 8 astronauts Jim Lovell, Bill Anders, and Frank Borman.
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Who directed the documentary Earthrise?
Earthrise was directed by Emmanuel Vaughan-Lee.
When did Earthrise premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival?
Earthrise premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival on April 21, 2018.
What award did Earthrise win at AFI DOCS in 2018?
In 2018, Earthrise won the Audience Award at AFI DOCS.
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