
Mercury 13
Meet the women who dared to reach for the stars.
Directed by Heather Walsh, David Sington
Produced by Fine Point Films
A documentary celebrating the overlooked female pilots who passed NASA's astronaut tests in the 1960s, blending historical injustice with resilience and determination.
After rigorous testing in 1961, a small group of skilled female pilots are asked to step aside when only men are selected for spaceflight.
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Questions people ask
Does Mercury 13 end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is Mercury 13 scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is Mercury 13 violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is Mercury 13 sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is Mercury 13 easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
How unlike any other film this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like Mercury 13
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Mercury 13
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Mercury 13, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Mercury 13, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Mercury 13, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.


















































