‘Starman’ Review: An Outer Space Documentary That’s Out of This World
As a movie enthusiast, I was utterly captivated by “Starman.” This documentary on space exploration stirs something deep within, reminiscent of that wide-eyed wonder you felt as a child gazing at the stars. It’s like an intergalactic journey for your mind, a transcendental experience that leaves you spellbound.
Robert Stone, the mastermind behind this cosmic marvel, crafted what I believe to be the most exceptional documentary about the American space program – “Chasing the Moon,” aired on PBS in 2019. This film delicately unraveled the story of NASA’s creation, its purpose, and how it wasn’t destined but built by human hands. In many ways, “Starman” could be seen as its radiant successor.
As a director, Robert Stone taps into the raw power of space to ignite our dreams. He rekindles our connection to the essence of marvel, that feeling of being utterly amazed, filled with a kind of burning curiosity. “Starman” strips away our jaded perspective to fill us with the same awe we felt when space exploration was truly extraordinary.