Who directed the 2018 film First Man?
Damien Chazelle directed the 2018 film First Man. He signed on to the production in the mid-2010s after Universal and DreamWorks took up the project.
Questions about First Man (film)
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did principal photography begin for First Man?
Principal photography began in Atlanta, Georgia, in November 2017. The production used four different formats including Super 16mm and IMAX 70mm without green screens.
What happened during the Gemini 8 mission in First Man?
During the Gemini 8 mission in 1965, a malfunction caused the spacecraft to roll at an increasingly dangerous rate before Armstrong safely aborted the mission. NASA determined the crew was not at fault and rated the mission a success.
How much money did First Man make worldwide?
First Man grossed $44.9 million in the United States and Canada and $60.7 million in other territories for a total worldwide gross of $105.6 million. This figure came against a production budget of $59 million.
Which actors played Neil Armstrong and David Scott in First Man?
Ryan Gosling portrayed Neil Armstrong while Jon Bernthal was originally cast as David Scott but departed due to his daughter's illness. Gosling joined the film in November 2015 after starring in Chazelle's La La Land.