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Inspiring
Firstly, the outfits which the three main characters wear are fantastic. Any fan of early 1960's fashion should buy this movie for that alone.
No idea how much 'Colored Computers' working for NASA at that time earned but probably not enough to buy these stylish and über-fashionable dresses !
OK - about the film: Inspirational movie about three women 'Colored Computers', i.e. when a 'computer' was a human being doing calculations as opposed to a beige box (although ironically nearly all PC's are now black !). These three black women were intelligent, funny - and were key to putting John Glenn into orbit.
The main theme of this movie is how they overcome sexual prejudice ("A Female Engineer" !) and the racial segregation prevalent in Virginia in the 1960's
Superb acting by the three principle actresses - Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer and Janelle Monáe - and one of Costner's better roles.
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A hidden gem
I watched it after my son recommended it on good on a long haul flight. As we visited nasa it was very pertinent. Enjoyed it so much I wanted to get a copy to watch again. Very good value and arrived quickly. Will look for more films on eBayRead full review...
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Great dvd good price
Saw this film at the cinema, excellent film so much detail wanted to see it again. Good price and quick delivery.
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Christmas Gift - yet to be opened and viewed..
I have seen this film before and it is very interesting. The DVD I have purchased is part of a Xmas Gift so it remains sealed. I am sure the person to receive it will also enjoy once Santa has been!
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Hidden Figures - Hidden Gem
What a great film! The atmosphere of the era shows through, let alone the subject matter itself. The acting is superb and shows just what the actual employees had go through, which would be completely unacceptable today. Highly recommended.Read full review...
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Its historical, enlightening and entertaining.
The story of racism in America in the 1960's. 3 very clever black girls achieved excellent school results and became Aeronautical engineers. The were employed by the Space Station but kept in an office out of the way because of their colour. One girl in particular calculated all the figures and plans for a particular space mission.
The story built up to an eciting near disaster but she had it covered and gained acclaim for her work.Read full review...
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Great film!
A very well crafted film that takes you back in time to the politically competative era of space exploration. Excellent perfomances from a stella cast of black women battling racial predudice and coming out on top. Loved the faith element too.Read full review...
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A true story that is totally out of this world.
Until now, this totally enthralling story has remained untold. The characters are engaging, the scenes are believable and the sets are extremely realistic. This is a must for anyone who is interested in the story of the history of space flight. Read full review...
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Great film!
This story needed telling. These women were amazingly gifted at a time when women were not valued in the workplace as much as a man. Never mind a woman of colour.
Stupendously intelligent & gifted, their assistance was vital in the space race.
Wonderful women at a time of great inequality!
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Lovely Film, Based on true events. Good Watch
This is a lovely story, with a great cast. Based on true events about 3 women who worked for NASA. Overcoming adversity to being coloured and women in a man's domain. Great movie a keeper
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