First Orbit

2011·Movie
1h 39min
66
GoodGoodWatch score

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Striking style, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle6
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Wondrous and hopeful

  • Wonder8
  • Hopefulness7
  • Wholesome6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

The future, history, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Novelty7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting5
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Music Centrality7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

A real time recreation of Yuri Gagarin's pioneering first orbit, shot entirely in space from on board the International Space Station. The film combines this new footage with Gagarin's original mission audio and a new musical score by composer Philip Sheppard.
Space ExplorationHistorical RecreationYuri GagarinDocumentaryFirst OrbitInspirationalEducationalVisually Stunning

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Sequels and Prequels

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Is First Orbit worth watching?

66
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 66/100 (IMDb 7.2). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is First Orbit?

1 h 39 min

First Orbit runs 1 h 39 min.

Is First Orbit based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is First Orbit in?

EnglishRussian

It was made in English, with some Russian. Produced in United Kingdom.

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