Fifteenth to eighteenth century European broadsides depict comets as omens of disaster and change, while modern scientists analyze them for clues about the solar system.
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Fifteenth to eighteenth century European broadsides depict comets as omens of disaster and change, while modern scientists analyze them for clues about the solar system.
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Deborah Stratman’s *These Blazeing Starrs.* features imagery from 15th-18th century European broadsides alongside contemporary footage from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. The film traces humanity's shifting perceptions of comets, once seen as omens of disaster and change. It contrasts ancient interpretations with modern scientific analysis, revealing how comets serve as time capsules that provide insights into the solar system's formation. Advanced techniques, such as launching rockets to analyze their spectral signatures, illustrate the ongoing quest for understanding these celestial phenomena.
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- See how ancient beliefs about comets evolved.
- Find out what comets reveal about our solar system.
- Meet the scientists at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.
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- The film features imagery from 15th-18th century European broadsides.
- NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory is used for contemporary comet footage.
- The documentary lasts 14 minutes and was directed by Deborah Stratman.
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Who directed the documentary These Blazeing Starrs?
Deborah Stratman directed the documentary These Blazeing Starrs!
What is the duration of the documentary These Blazeing Starrs?
The duration of These Blazeing Starrs is 14 minutes.
What time period do the broadsides featured in the documentary come from?
The broadsides featured in the documentary come from the 15th to 18th centuries.
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