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The Science of Interstellar

Nov 13, 2014 · 51m
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PLOT

Matthew McConaughey narrates a fascinating look at Christopher Nolan's sci-fi film, 'Interstellar', including scientific foundations, the work of consulting Scientist Kip Thorne, basic film themes, the science behind the search for planets capable of hosting life, space-time and the theory of relativity, the science of wormholes and black holes, crafting the film's visuals based on real scientific observation, the birth of the universe, the Dust Bowl and the evolution of dust as a toxin, the likelihood of future dust storms, the prospects of escaping a dying or doomed planet and the possibilities of colonizing Mars.

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CAST

Matthew McConaughey
Narrator (voice)
Kip Thorne
Self
Christopher Nolan
Self
Jonathan Nolan
Self
Emma Thomas
Self
Natalie Batalha
Self
Sean Carroll
Self
Albert Einstein
Self (archive footage)
Directed by Gail Willumsen

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
Gemini Productions, Paramount Home Entertainment
Country
US

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