Film Lens
Miniverse is a documentary film that presents the Solar System on a scale comparable to the continental United States. Hosted by Colonel Chris Hadfield, a former International Space Station Commander, the film features a cross-country drive from New York to California, where Hadfield interacts with notable astronomers. The film premiered on April 17, 2017, on CuriosityStream in partnership with Flight 33 Productions.
The film uses graphics to position celestial bodies in familiar locations, such as placing the sun over Long Island and Mars over New York's Freedom Tower. Hadfield also navigates through an asteroid belt at high speed, creating a unique visual experience. The supporting cast includes Dr. Michio Kaku, Dr. Derrick Pitts, and Dr. Laura Danly, who contribute their expertise to the film's narrative.
Why Watch
- •Watch Chris Hadfield's unique perspective on space.
- •See Mars positioned over New York's Freedom Tower.
- •Find out what an asteroid belt looks like from a car.
Did You Know
•The film premiered on April 17, 2017.
•Miniverse has a runtime of 50 minutes.
•Chris Hadfield drives from New York to California in the film.
•Dr. Michio Kaku is part of the supporting cast.
Perfect For
Space enthusiastsAstronomy fansScience educators