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The Principle is a 2014 independent film that argues against the Copernican principle, asserting that Earth is at the center of the universe. Produced by Rick DeLano and Robert Sungenis, the film features narration by Kate Mulgrew and includes interviews with prominent scientists like Lawrence M. Krauss and Michio Kaku. The film's premise is rooted in a pseudoscientific view that contradicts established astronomical consensus.
Following its release on October 24, 2014, at the Marcus Addison Cinema in Illinois, the film faced backlash from several featured scientists. Many claimed they were misled about the film's intentions, with Mulgrew stating she was not informed of the filmmakers' agenda. Other scientists, including Max Tegmark and George Ellis, expressed their disapproval of the film's claims and the way their contributions were used, leading to a broader discussion about the intersection of science and belief systems.
Why Watch
- •See Kate Mulgrew's surprising disavowal of the film's agenda.
- •Find out why scientists claim they were misled.
- •Meet the filmmakers who responded to the backlash.
Did You Know
•The film was released on October 24, 2014.
•Box office receipts totaled $86,172.
•Kate Mulgrew stated she was misinformed about the film's purpose.
Perfect For
Cosmology debatesPseudoscience discussionsCritiques of scientific integrity