History,Drama
United States of America
First Man is a 2018 biographical drama film based on the life of Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon. The film is directed by Damien Chazelle and stars Ryan Gosling as Armstrong.
Through flashbacks and intimate personal moments, the film explores Armstrong's life leading up to the historic Apollo 11 mission. It begins with Armstrong's work as a test pilot for NASA, including the death of several colleagues and friends, and the emotional impact it had on him and his family.
As the space race intensifies, Armstrong is chosen to lead the Apollo 11 mission, along with fellow astronauts Buzz Aldrin (played by Corey Stoll) and Michael Collins (played by Lukas Haas).
The film depicts the intense training, technical challenges, and personal sacrifices required to achieve the historic moon landing, including Armstrong's own emotional struggle with the death of his young daughter.
Finally, the film features the iconic scene of Armstrong descending the lunar module and taking his famous "one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind."
Overall, First Man is a powerful and intimate portrayal of one of history's most inspiring moments, as well as the human cost and personal triumph involved in achieving it. It received critical acclaim for its exceptional performances, direction, and cinematography.
