As the United States raced against Russia to put a man in space, NASA found untapped talent in a group of African-American female mathematicians that served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in U.S. history.
Based on the unbelievably true life stories of (Henson), (Spencer), and (Janelle Monáe) “ known as "human computers" “ the film follow these women as they quickly rose the ranks of NASA alongside many of history's greatest minds specifically tasked with calculating the momentous launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit (Project Mercury during the international Space Race), and guaranteeing his safe return.
According to sources, the story for this movie comes from nonfiction book, Hidden Figures: The Story of the African-American Women Who Helped Win the Space Race.
screened footage at the Toronto International Film Festival and held a Q&A where Taraji P. Henson was so moved she teared up. So if you aren't already looking forward to Hidden Figures, this trailer should definitely get you onboard. A stylish, energetic, and really fun film, Hidden Figures will be out in January 2017 after an Oscar-qualifying run in December. Scan the QR code to watch the trailer.
