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2025103 minPG-13documentary

7.7/ 10(16 ratings)• TMDB

Space Exploration Art History

Sally

2025103 minPG-13documentary

7.7/ 10(16 ratings)• TMDB

Ride became the first American woman in space in 1983, while her 27-year relationship with Tam O'Shaughnessy remained largely private.

“Behind America's first woman in space.”

Space Exploration Art History

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Cristina Costantini

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Ride became the first American woman in space in 1983, while her 27-year relationship with Tam O'Shaughnessy remained largely private.

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Cristina Costantini

Cristina Costantinidirector

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Cristina Costantini

Cristina Costantiniwriter

Sally Ride

Tam O’Shaughnessy

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Sally Ride became the first American woman in space in 1983. Her partner, Tam O'Shaughnessy, shares their 27-year relationship, which remained largely private due to societal expectations. The documentary details Ride's achievements in the male-dominated field of space exploration and the personal sacrifices both women made to protect their love amid public scrutiny. Directed by Cristina Costantini, "Sally" presents a portrait of Ride's legacy and the challenges they faced together.

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