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Overseas Virtual Book Club | Facebook | Linktree

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OVBC Participants: Service members & military spouses connecting through reading

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usoovbcdiscussionguides | Facebook | Linktree

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USO Overseas Virtual Book Club Discussion Guides

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Andy Weir is the New York Times bestselling author of The Martian, Artemis, Project Hail Mary, and Cheshire Crossing.

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https://andyweirauthor.com/#about

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Andy Weir is the New York Times bestselling author of The Martian, Artemis, Project Hail Mary, and Cheshire Crossing.

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‘Project Hail Mary’ Creator Andy Weir Just Taught Me a Surprising Thing About Sci-Fi

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I spoke with Andy Weir about the adaptation of his hit novel, Project Hail Mary. Our conversation quickly turned into a mind-blowing lesson about science fiction.

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‘Project Hail Mary’ author Andy Weir reveals his favorite scenes in the movie, praises Ryan Gosling’s amazing performance, & more (interview)

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’Seeing Ryan add all these layers, I’m like, ’Oh good, he’s covering the things that I didn’t do.″

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Ryan Gosling gets serious (and very funny) about saving the planet in ‘Project Hail Mary’ : Pop Culture Happy Hour

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Ryan Gosling has teamed up with Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (The Lego Movie and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse) for the new sci-fi movie Project Hail Mary. It’s based on a novel by Andy Weir (The Martian), and tells the story of a molecular biologist who winds up on a one-way mission into space to save Earth’s population. If that all sounds incredibly bleak, fear not: you can expect quirk, charm, and a cutesy alien creature.Follow Pop Culture Happy Hour on Letterboxd at letterboxd.com/nprpopculture

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Ryan Gosling on Project Hail Mary, Star Wars: Starfighter and his La La Land hand: "It haunts me!"

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What did the film change or compress from the novel, and why do you think those choices were made?

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What did the film change or compress from the novel, and why do you think those choices were made?

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Does the movie retain the same balance between science, humor, and tension?

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Does the movie retain the same balance between science, humor, and tension?

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What elements from the book were hardest to visualize on screen—and how well did the film handle them?

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What elements from the book were hardest to visualize on screen—and how well did the film handle them?

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How does the actor’s portrayal of Ryland Grace compare to how you imagined him reading the book?

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How does the actor’s portrayal of Ryland Grace compare to how you imagined him reading the book?

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Does the film make Grace more heroic, more reluctant, or more flawed?

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Does the film make Grace more heroic, more reluctant, or more flawed?

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Does the film successfully portray the gradual development of communication between Grace and Rocky?

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Does the film successfully portray the gradual development of communication between Grace and Rocky?

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What cinematic techniques (sound, lighting, pacing) are used to build trust between them?

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What cinematic techniques (sound, lighting, pacing) are used to build trust between them?

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How does the film handle complex scientific explanations—through dialogue, visuals, or simplification?

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How does the film handle complex scientific explanations—through dialogue, visuals, or simplification?

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Are there moments where the science feels glossed over compared to the book?

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Are there moments where the science feels glossed over compared to the book?

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Does the film sustain tension without relying heavily on traditional antagonists?

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Does the film sustain tension without relying heavily on traditional antagonists?

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Which scenes best convey the “problem-solving under pressure” dynamic?

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Which scenes best convey the “problem-solving under pressure” dynamic?

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Are there moments where the stakes feel higher or lower than in the book?

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Are there moments where the stakes feel higher or lower than in the book?

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Does the movie clearly communicate the moral weight of choosing between two worlds?

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Does the movie clearly communicate the moral weight of choosing between two worlds?

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What role do visuals (space, ship design, alien environment) play in storytelling?

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What role do visuals (space, ship design, alien environment) play in storytelling?

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How does the soundtrack influence tone—especially during discovery vs. crisis moments?

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How does the soundtrack influence tone—especially during discovery vs. crisis moments?

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Are there standout scenes where film as a medium adds something the book couldn’t?

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Are there standout scenes where film as a medium adds something the book couldn’t?

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Does the film keep the same ending, or alter it for audience expectations?

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Does the film keep the same ending, or alter it for audience expectations?

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What role does Ryland Grace’s amnesia play in how the story unfolds?

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What role does Ryland Grace’s amnesia play in how the story unfolds?

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Why is Astrophage such an effective existential threat compared to more traditional sci-fi dangers?

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Why is Astrophage such an effective existential threat compared to more traditional sci-fi dangers?

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What makes Tau Ceti different, and why is that difference the key to survival?

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What makes Tau Ceti different, and why is that difference the key to survival?

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At what point does Grace transition from reluctant participant to committed actor?

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At what point does Grace transition from reluctant participant to committed actor?

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What does Grace’s final decision (to save Rocky’s species) reveal about his values?

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What does Grace’s final decision (to save Rocky’s species) reveal about his values?

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Why does the relationship between Grace and Rocky feel believable despite their differences?

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Why does the relationship between Grace and Rocky feel believable despite their differences?

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How does Andy Weir use problem-solving to drive tension instead of conflict between people?

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How does Andy Weir use problem-solving to drive tension instead of conflict between people?

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Are there moments where scientific realism enhances the story—or limits it?

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Are there moments where scientific realism enhances the story—or limits it?

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Does the book argue that intelligence and persistence are sufficient to overcome any problem?

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Does the book argue that intelligence and persistence are sufficient to overcome any problem?

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Would saving Earth at the expense of Rocky’s species have been justified?

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Would saving Earth at the expense of Rocky’s species have been justified?

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What are the critical moments where trust between Grace and Rocky is established—or tested?

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What are the critical moments where trust between Grace and Rocky is established—or tested?

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Could mistrust or misinterpretation have led to catastrophic failure?

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Could mistrust or misinterpretation have led to catastrophic failure?

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Is Grace’s ending a tragedy, a success, or something more complex?

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Is Grace’s ending a tragedy, a success, or something more complex?

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What does it mean that he returns to teaching—even on an alien world?

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What does it mean that he returns to teaching—even on an alien world?

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Does the story suggest that purpose matters more than home?

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Does the story suggest that purpose matters more than home?

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How does this book compare to The Martian in terms of tone, stakes, and character growth?

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How does this book compare to The Martian in terms of tone, stakes, and character growth?