Summary

It's no surprise that "Project Hail Mary" became such a box office success in 2026. There's so much to like about Chris Lord and Phil Miller's adaptation of Andy Weir's 2021 novel, from the performances and humor to the stunning visuals. It turns out, however, that one of the most breathtaking shots in the entire movie was deemed unnecessary by Weir himself, who also suggested cutting a scene in which we get an insight into the headspace of Sandra Hüller's Eva Stratt.

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