Movie Review and Collage: Hidden Figures

Summary:

Based on a real story, three African-American women Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer) Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson) and Mary Jackson (Janelle Monáe) work at NASA behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn. The movie deals with the racism and sexism they face, especially while working, and follows their journey of breaking down walls and changing the world.

Review:

I saw this movie in the theaters when it came out. The movie gave me so much inspiration I left convinced I was going to change the world. With no interest in anything about space, it still intrigued me. I find it incredible that a movie can change so much in just a few hours. I think that’s one of the most beautiful things about films and my favorite part of Hidden Figures. The movie gives the audience a feeling that you are there and that you are involved, which is why I felt so moved. Another reason this movie was so incredible was the acting-- the monologues and conversations were so real and expressive, not to mention the amazing cast. So if you're ever in the mood for a feel-good, moving, engaging film, this might be for you.

The real Hidden Figures:

This movie is based on a real story about Katherine Johnson, Mary Jackson and Dorthy Vaughan. They broke many gender and race barriers, including segregated bathrooms. The last one alive was Katherine Johnson who got to see the movie and got to meet Taraji P. Henson who played her role. Mary Jackson passed away in 2005 and Dorthy Vaughan in 2008.

“It can be very frustrating when we are still talking about equal pay for women, but what I am inspired by is these women. Although they expressed their frustrations between themselves when they went to work ,they worked hard, they fought hard, and they didn't let the others get to them.” - Janelle Monáe

Art by Evie Bird