NASA is set to present its documentary 'Planetary Defenders' at the Sundance Film Festival, focusing on how humanity would react to an asteroid on a collision course with Earth. This marks NASA's inaugural participation in the festival, an event recognized for its innovative approach to storytelling.
Brittany Brown, director of NASA's Office of Communications Digital and Technology Division, expressed excitement about the collaboration with the film industry, aiming to inspire new narratives about space exploration. The documentary follows real-life astronomers and experts tackling the challenges of asteroid detection and planetary defense.
The panel discussion, titled 'You Bet Your Asteroid: NASA Has a Story to Tell,' will occur on January 26 at the Filmmaker Lodge in Park City, Utah. It will feature notable panelists, including Rebecca Sirmons, head of NASA+, and Dr. Kelly Fast, acting planetary defense officer.
NASA+ is a new streaming platform dedicated to sharing stories that inspire future generations and improve life on Earth through innovation and exploration. The service is available for free on various platforms, including mobile devices and streaming media players.