A fast-paced stunner of Sputnik?s blast into orbit reveals the wellsprings of both our Cold War fears and space travel hopes.
In 1957, the Cold War had been solely a battle of words, but with the…
Sputnik Mania
Running time: 87 mins
A fast-paced stunner of Sputnik?s blast into orbit reveals the wellsprings of both our Cold War fears and space travel hopes.In 1957, the Cold War had been solely a battle of words, but with the launch of earth?s first manmade satellite, the race to dominate space began. Featuring a plethora of remarkable original footage, including information recently declassified by the CIA, this captivating journey provides a story filled with stunning immediacy considering the events depicted took place fifty years ago.
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