Alien (Featuring Will Smith)

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Mae Jemison, the first African-American woman in space, leads a conversation about the search for extraterrestrial life with seven astronauts. They share experiences from their time in orbit, while Will Smith poses questions about the nature of potential alien beings. Scientists discuss the improbable evolution of life on Earth, suggesting that simple life forms are more likely to exist elsewhere in the universe. The documentary examines how understanding of life is influenced by the vastness of space.

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Will Smith

Willard Carroll Smith II is an American actor, rapper, and film producer. Known for his work in both the screen and music industries, his accolades include an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, a BAFTA Award, and four Grammy Awards. His films as a leading man have grossed over $10 billion worldwide, making him one of Hollywood's most bankable stars.

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Space exploration

Space exploration is the physical investigation of outer space by uncrewed robotic space probes and through human spaceflight.

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Mae Jemison

Mae Carol Jemison is an American engineer, physician, and former NASA astronaut. She became the first African-American woman to travel into space when she served as a mission specialist aboard the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 1992. Jemison joined NASA's astronaut corps in 1987 and was selected for the STS-47 mission, during which the Endeavour orbited the Earth for nearly eight days on September 12–20, 1992.

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Starship

A starship, starcraft, or interstellar spacecraft is a theoretical spacecraft designed for traveling between planetary systems. The term is mostly found in science fiction. Reference to a "star-ship" are found as early as 1882 in Oahspe: A New Bible.

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Nichelle Nichols

Grace Dell "Nichelle" Nichols was an American actress, singer and dancer whose portrayal of Uhura in Star Trek and its film sequels was groundbreaking for African American actresses on American television. From 1977 to 2015, she volunteered her time to promote NASA's programs and recruit diverse astronauts, including some of the first female and ethnic minority astronauts.

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