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Deep Dive: When We Were Apollo (2019)

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When We Were Apollo
When We Were Apollo provides an intimate look at the individuals who worked on Project Apollo, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the first moon landing in 2019. The documentary features personal stories from engineers, technicians, builders, and contractors who dedicated nearly a decade to landing humans on the moon and ensuring their safe return to Earth. It captures the extraordinary effort and commitment of those involved in this historic achievement. The film presents a unique perspective on the Apollo Space Program, focusing on the people behind the scenes rather than just the technological advancements. It emphasizes the passion and dedication of the contributors, offering insights into how their work made one of humanity's greatest technological feats possible.

Why Watch

  • •Meet the engineers behind the Apollo missions.
  • •Find out what made Apollo a success.
  • •See personal stories from Apollo contributors.

Did You Know

•The documentary was released in 2019, marking the 50th anniversary of the moon landing.
•The film features contributions from individuals like Bill Chandler and Bob Barnini.
•The documentary has a runtime of 80 minutes.
•It was directed by Zachary Wheil.

Perfect For

Space exploration enthusiastsHistory buffsNASA fans