Hidden Figures (2016)

Hidden Figures (2016) is a stirring biographical drama that brings to life the untold true story of three African‑American women — Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan, and Mary Jackson — whose mathematical brilliance and quiet determination helped power NASA through the height of the U.S.–Soviet space race. Set in early 1960s Virginia, the film follows their professional and personal struggles as they confront rigid racial segregation and gender discrimination while playing critical roles in the calculations that made John Glenn’s orbital flight possible. Watching the film, you’ll experience a powerful mix of tension, triumph and warmth. The story balances workplace drama and political context with intimate human moments: you feel the frustration and indignity of barriers they face, the camaraderie and humor among colleagues, and the thrill and suspense of the countdown and launch sequences. The performances are compelling and empathetic, and the period production and pacing keep the historical stakes clear without losing sight of the characters’ everyday lives. Hidden Figures is both informative and emotionally uplifting — a celebration of intellect, perseverance and quiet heroism. You’ll come away inspired by the women’s achievements, angered by the injustices they overcame, and satisfied by a film that honors their place in history while entertaining and moving its audience.

Actors: Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monáe

Director: Theodore Melfi

Runtime: 127 min

Genres: Biography, Drama, History

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