Sputnik Mania
Fifty years ago, at the height of the Cold War, the USSR launched Sputnik, the first satellite to orbit the earth, bringing America to its knees in awe - then fear. Initially thrilling as a marvel of science, Sputnik was soon viewed by America a weapon of mass destruction.
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
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Sputnik Mania
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jun 1, 2007
Runtime
1h 32m
Genres
Documentary, History
User Score
70%
Original Title
Sputnik Mania
Production Companies
Varied Directions International
Director
David Hoffman
Description
Fifty years ago, at the height of the Cold War, the USSR launched Sputnik, the first satellite to orbit the earth, bringing America to its knees in awe - then fear. Initially thrilling as a marvel of science, Sputnik was soon viewed by America a weapon of mass destruction.