Project Hail Mary & The Martian: Cosmic Survival Tales

0:00On March 23rd, Ryan Gosling's latest sci-fi hit, Project Hail Mary, smashed box office records and has fans craving more cosmic survival tales. For anyone hooked on its smart space adventure, the 2015 film The Martian makes a perfect next watch, sharing the same author Andy Weir, and Screenwriter Drew Goddard. The story follows astronaut Mark Watney, played by Matt Damon, who's left the loan on Mars after a mission disaster. Presumed dead by his team in NASA, he draws on his botany and engineering skills to stay alive, growing food and hacking gear, while awaiting rescue. Ridley Scott directed the movie, which poured in $630 million worldwide. It snagged two golden globe wins and earned Oscar nods for Best Picture, Best Actor for Damon, and Best Adapted Screenplay for Goddard. Both film score huge with critics and viewers, with the Martian at 91% on Rotten Tomatoes for both scores, and Project Hail Mary even, higher at 95% critics and 96% audience.

1:04Goddard's experience on the Martian taught him audience's love science explained, straight, without simplifying too much. These two movies prove Weir's book Shine on Screen, blending hard science with gripping human drama for repeat viewing thrills. That wraps entertainment and celebrity news today. Brought to you with AI. I'm Cory with the story.