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Zak Mellgren's avatar

I listened to the audiobook last year. Adored every moment, even if the deep science dives were a bit much for my very non-science brain. Great comparison of the differences between the book and the movie, and loved your summary of what this movie is about. Such a great film. The only thing you are wrong about is that the 2.5 hour run time is not a bad thing. ;) It's a perfectly paced movie, in my opinion. I'm planning to go with a friend tomorrow and see it a second time.

Nicholas McDonald's avatar

It's not a complaint about the pacing. More of a complaint about the physical act of sitting down for that long. I can barely do it. Though I might take my boys this weekend to do it again.

Lynn J Simpson's avatar

Project Hail Mary is our Christian book club's current pick. I know some members were not to keen to read this genre! But book clubs are meant to stretch one's reading activities. I appreciate your words and review, and plan to share your article when our group meets this month to discuss Project Hail Mary.

Nicholas McDonald's avatar

Can't wait to hear about it!

Cecelia Walden's avatar

I also thought it's depiction of positive male friendships was powerful. But I'm saying that as a woman

Carmen Burns's avatar

Why did you choose “right wing extremists”? How about “left wing extremists”? They’re in need also.