Four British astronomers retrace a road trip across the American Southwest, reflecting on 50 years of friendship and their contributions to astronomy.
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Four British astronomers retrace a road trip across the American Southwest, reflecting on 50 years of friendship and their contributions to astronomy.
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Donald Lynden-Bell, Roger Griffin, Neville Woolf, and Wallace Sargent travel through the American Southwest in a 2015 documentary. They retrace a road trip taken 50 years earlier, reflecting on their long friendship and shared experiences in astronomy. Each astronomer represents a different role: Roger as the instrument-maker, Donald as the theoretician, Nick as the visionary, and Wal as the observer. Their contributions helped build major observatories and advance understanding of the universe. The film captures their humor and insights as they discuss their work and its impact on their lives.
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- Meet astronomer Donald Lynden-Bell and his insights.
- Follow Roger Griffin's reflections on their discoveries.
- See the stunning landscapes of the American South West.
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- The film features four British astronomers: Lynden-Bell, Griffin, Woolf, and Sargent.
- Star Men was directed by Alison E. Rose and released in 2015.
- The film has a total duration of 85 minutes.
- It was produced in three countries: Great Britain, the United States, and Canada.
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Who directed the documentary Star Men?
Star Men was directed by Alison E. Rose.
How long is the documentary Star Men?
Star Men has a duration of 85 minutes.
Which four British astronomers are featured in Star Men?
The documentary features Donald Lynden-Bell, Roger Griffin, Neville Woolf, and Wallace Sargent.
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