Name: A Beautiful Planet
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2016-04-16
Duration: 45 min
Cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Samantha Cristoforetti, Scott Kelly, Kjell Lindgren

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Experience Earth like never before.

A breathtaking portrait of Earth from space, providing a unique perspective and increased understanding of our planet and galaxy as never seen before. Made in cooperation with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the film features stunning footage of our magnificent blue planet — and the effects humanity has had on it over time — captured by the astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

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Environmental Awareness
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Planetary Perspective
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Directed by: Toni Myers
Written by: Toni Myers
Produced by: Toni Myers
Music by: Maribeth Solomon, Micky Erbe

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April 16, 2016 · 45 min · G

Released: April 16, 2016
Runtime: 45 min
Age rating: G
Genres: Documentary
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Box office: $24 million

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Is A Beautiful Planet worth watching?

79

GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 79 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 100%, and Metacritic 75). Critics rate it higher (88 out of 100) than audiences (73).

Is A Beautiful Planet okay for kids?

G

Yes: it's rated G in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will I feel good after watching A Beautiful Planet?

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Yes, it's an uplifting movie: the title analysis rates it 8 of 10 for hopefulness and 8 for wholesome.