When Actually Are You?
Synopsis
A car races toward a flock of pigeons, which perceive the world at over 100 frames per second, allowing them to react in what seems like slow motion.
Synopsis
A car races down a road, seemingly oblivious to a flock of pigeons ahead. As the vehicle approaches, the birds scatter at the last moment, illustrating how different species perceive time. "When Actually Are You?" questions the nature of time and the subjective experience of the present moment. It features the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope on December 25, 2021, and discusses how human intuition often misrepresents the workings of the universe. The film examines how time can vary based on speed and perception, challenging viewers to reconsider their understanding of now.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- Find out how the star whale swallows solar systems whole.
- See how pigeons perceive time differently than humans.
- Meet the James Webb Space Telescope and its groundbreaking images.
Did You Know
- The star whale can travel at speeds close to light, altering its perception of time.
- Pigeons experience the world at over 100 frames per second, unlike humans who see at 25 to 30.
- The universe's history unfolds in a single quintilian of a second for the star whale.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the speed at which the star whale travels?
The star whale travels as close to the speed of light as possible for an object with mass.
How do pigeons perceive time compared to humans?
Pigeons experience the world at over 100 frames per second, while humans perceive at 25 to 30 frames per second.
What significant event occurred on Christmas Day 2021?
On Christmas Day 2021, the James Webb Space Telescope took off, and six months later, it began releasing images with incredible detail.
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