'Fly to Survive': Netflix to release documentary on NASA’s Apollo 13 disaster on September 5
Produced by: Tarun Mishra
Netflix Announces Premiere Date
Netflix has set September 5 as the release date for "Apollo 13: Survival," a new documentary by Insight Film. The announcement follows the release of a trailer a month prior, building anticipation for the film's debut.
Focus on Historic Spaceflight
The documentary revisits the Apollo 13 mission, one of NASA's most famous spaceflight episodes. Originally intended to be the third moon landing, the mission turned into a survival story after an explosion jeopardized the crew's safety.
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Original Footage and Interviews
"Apollo 13: Survival" combines archival footage, audio recordings, and new interviews with astronauts, their families, and mission control staff. This approach aims to immerse viewers in the tension and drama of the mission.
Unique Approach and Archival Sources
The documentary stands out from previous retellings, including the 1995 film starring Tom Hanks, by integrating large-format archival film and personal home movies from the Lovell family, providing fresh perspectives on the event.
Critical Acclaim and Festival Screenings
Premiered at the Copenhagen International Documentary Festival and later shown at the DC/DOX Film Festival in Washington, "Apollo 13: Survival" has been praised by experts, with former NASA historian Roger Launius calling it the best documentary on the mission.
Emotional Impact for the Crew
James Lovell, one of the astronauts on the mission, expressed how watching the documentary brought back intense emotions. He emphasized the importance of the film in showcasing the human resilience and teamwork that defined the mission.
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Inspiring Future Exploration
Lovell hopes the documentary will inspire future generations of explorers, highlighting the triumphs and challenges of space exploration as seen in the Apollo 13 mission.
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