New Sci-Fi film hits theaters March 20
Ryan Gosling stars in Andy Weir's *Project Hail Mary*, hitting theaters March 20 with overwhelmingly positive early reviews Project Hail Mary review – Ryan Gosling’s charm carries unserious last-ditch space mission.
The film is based on Andy Weir's 2021 novel of the same name and follows astronaut Ryland Grace, who wakes up on a spacecraft with amnesia. He slowly remembers that he's on a mission to save Earth from a solar-dimming event. Critics are praising the movie's visuals, particularly the use of practical effects and real sets, making it a potential IMAX experience. Many are calling it one of the best films of the year, with comparisons to classic sci-fi adventures. As of today, it has a 95% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Gosling's performance is being hailed as stellar, with many reviewers noting that he carries the film's emotional weight. Sandra Hüller plays Eva Stratt, the head of Project Hail Mary, who recruits Grace for the mission. The film also features James Ortiz as the voice and lead puppeteer for Rocky, an alien who aids Grace. The story involves Grace teaming up with an alien, Rocky, to find a solution to the "Astrophage," a parasitic alien organism consuming the sun's energy. This interspecies friendship is a key element of the story, highlighting themes of connection and embracing differences.
