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The incredible untold true story of Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer) & Mary Jackson (Janelle Monae)—brilliant African-American women working at NASA, who served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. This stunning achievement galvanized the world and inspired generations to dream big.

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Good Movie

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AnnieCYa
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2018-03-25
An entertaining and informative movie, well worth a watch. Very fine acting. Unfortunately another example of men’s degradation and humiliation of people of colour and the deliberate and hostile exclusion of women from society since time immemorial. All men have so much to answer for.

Excellent.

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BrownApple1
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2018-03-17
Intelligent, funny and inspiring. A part of history that is less known. Kept us engaged from beginning to end.

Excellent interesting and fascinating film!

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674£&67?()
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2018-03-16
Really enjoyed this film - kept attention all way through - great acting and thoroughly enjoyable - amazing true story

Poor

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carefulsquid
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2017-11-05
Poor script
Badly framed
Badly edited
Wooden acting
Corny beyond belief
What next? A film about a few cashiers at Asda who contributed profit that made Walmart take over? Geesh.

BRILLIANT FILM

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b keats
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2017-09-05
I had no idea about this film but thought i would watch it anyway. So glad i did, everything about it was fantastic .

Analytic geometry and Fortran with heart

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DesignerSJH
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2017-09-05
A great ensemble piece which is very well researched and only occasionally schmaltzy

Incredible

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EmilyMontgomery17
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2017-09-02
I can not believe I did not know about this story! An incredible film, which should be watched by everybody. I found myself experiencing a range of emotions throughout, it is truly inspiring to see these intelligent black women show just what they are capable of.

Beauty of character trumps bigotry

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rp454
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2017-08-17
I don't know how accurately the film portrays the actual events, but that hardly matters. This is not a documentary. This is a presentation of how courage, tenacity and dignity overcomes bone-headed bigotry. It is shameful that it has taken so long for this inspiring story to be told. Even if a little simplistic at times, the story is told well, acted beautifully and moved me to tears. It is a must-see for anyone who aspires to being a mature human being.

Brilliant Film

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Coops1980
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2017-07-30
Fantastic film! Funny, emotional, thought provoking and much much more!

Fantastic Film

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DrLMC
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2017-07-29
Wasn't sure what to expect but I found this to be a riveting film with wonderful cast performances from all. Superb story, scary to think how black people were treated. Absolutely stand out performances by Octavia Spencer and Taraji P Henson. Great to see Kevin Costner too.

Fantastic

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ZuziaZ12345
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2017-07-23
Great movie, thoroughly recommended

What a beautiful film.

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Alicio13
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2017-07-22
Pleasantly surprised.

Leigh

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LeighRuth
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2017-07-22
An inspirational, well acted film with a cautionary reminder to the human race.

Brilliant

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Chase78
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2017-07-21
Beautifully made film based on an incredible true story. As soon as I finished watching it I promised myself I'd sit and watch it again with my daughter one day.

I have been so moved and inspired by any movie.

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Zanderm1
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2017-07-21
Honestly, I was sat in tears and left speechless. The history within the movie and the work of three coloured woman that changed the way in NASA viewed and respected employees to be the beginning for other businesses to the same… it is inspiring and really encouraging.
It's so inspiring and especially for all women. Not just those of colour. Those who are undervalued who strive to achieve the career in which they wish to pursue are able to overcome anything and be noticed, praised and feel proud knowing they did their work correctly and hence positive results. Just truly inspiring.

Captivated

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Original 80
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2017-07-17
What a fantastic film. Spot on performances from all three leading ladies which had me totally invested in how their inspiring lives would progress.
Well worth a watch!

Amazing story line

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brandy2
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2017-07-17
Had me hooked from the beginning. Who really knew that there was Afro Americans women in Nassau back in the day? Well this film for me really showed the struggle to a certain extent of those women back then. Fab film will be buying it!!

corny re-write of history

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Ed_Stubbs
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2017-07-15
It's an admirable subject, but handled in true over-glossy Hollywood style here. Ridiculous coincidences, simple script, and every cliche you can imagine conspire to overly-simplify a much more complex and nuanced subjetc. This is feel-ggod stuff, but it's far too saccharine to be anything other than light friday-night viewing.

Important

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Hasifuzzi
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2017-07-10
An important story and great movie. Superb acting from the leads. Compelling & unfathomable stories. Those stories need to be told more. Enjoyed it very much till the end.

Awesome

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Omc1
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2017-07-10
Highly recommended. Just brilliant.

Brilliant

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Barca1999
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2017-07-09
Thought provoking and inspiring, excellent performances all round

Inspirational and heart warming

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Moomum33
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2017-07-09
Extremely enjoyable firm. No violence and gimmick. Love it!

One word AMAZING!!!

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Lucypmartin
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2017-07-09
This film is a fabulous feel good film, with brilliant actors, telling an amazing story. Brilliant!!!!

Excellent

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Praetorias
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2017-07-07
Really enjoyed this, hard to believe people were persecuted so, just for their colour. Well acted and quality film.

Hidden figures - you need to watch this film

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monica japonica
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2017-07-05
Awesome account of 3 incredibly brave women who embraced their destiny in the face of terrible persecution. So pleased that they were recognised for their contribution not only to the space race but to the breaking down of racial barriers. Great film

Amazing! Wonderful and True!

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ERS389
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2017-07-03
Always that extra bit special when the amazing story you are watching is a true story and that these amazing women defied the odds at the time in such a graceful and clever way outsmarting all those around them and outsmarting the law of the land.
Wonderful movie, telling their story so beautifully. Please bring us more of these true stories of such courage and determination against all odds, exposing the hideousness of ignorance and arrogance.

Brilliant and thought provoking

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BigJL
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2017-07-01
What am amazing film loved it one of the best I have seen in some time great story, great cast = an exceptional movie you must watch.

A good watch

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MikeyWikeyikey
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2017-06-25
A really good film which tells the story of three remarkable women who not only helped to lay the foundations of the US space program, but also advanced the cause of human equality. Beautifully and sensitively acted.

Hollywood just got resuscitated

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DABBOUSB
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2017-06-20
It has been a long time since we have seen a really new idea come out of Hollywood and this certainly is one. The story line is great so is the acting. The inclusion of original 60s NASA footage is well placed and appreciated. The only thing is that the story is true so we're the background events of white:black segregation which in some respects are painful yet still is to the credit of the film. More of the same quality movies please.

Heroes are found in the most unlikely places

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AdamW534
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2017-04-11
Here is a movie that deserves recognition for telling the stories of unknown heroes behind one of the biggest events in human history, putting people in space. Taraji P Henson and Octavia Spencer shine in this fascinating drama. It's about people trying to find a voice in a widely male dominated society and these stories are the stories that need to be told. Never underestimate the power of women, they deserve the credit and this film gives them justice. A truly inspirational movie and a great addition to any film collection. I will certainly pre-order this and hope that it is released soon

It's ok

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ExWallace
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2017-03-25
Nothing too special.

Saw it Saturday 25th Feb

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Seb Sandford
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2017-03-02
I thought the movie was really interesting 2 watch. It's all 2 do with NASA, the maths, & the science.
Seb. S

Underrated

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Sci-fiaddict
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2017-03-01
Such a wonderful, intelligent, touching, funny and very down-to-earth film. I'm honestly surprised that it didn't get more recognition. Would definitely recommend.

Amazing!

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Joshua Attwell
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2017-02-25
Such a good film it brought tears to my eyes. Easily one of the best films I have seen in a long time! Definitely worth the watch and every penny! Would 110% watch it again! ❤