To the Moon and Beyond

President John. F. Kennedy's "We Choose to Go to the Moon" speech infused the space program with a sense of urgency, destiny, and national purpose, ultimately leading to the success of the Apollo 11 mission in 1969.

  • Mark Starks
    Director
  • John F. Kennedy
    Writer
  • Mark Starks
    Producer
  • John F. Kennedy
    Key Cast
    "(voice) "
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short, Web / New Media
  • Genres:
    space, moon, mars, science fiction, united states, speech, kennedy
  • Runtime:
    40 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 4, 2025
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • INDIE FILM LA
    Los Angeles, CA
    United States
    August 2, 2025
    Selection
  • Lift Off Filmmaker Sessions Volume 8
    Iver, England
    United Kingdom
    August 25, 2025
    Selection
Director Biography - Mark Starks

Mark H. Starks is undoubtedly one of the most celebrated filmmakers within the contemporary independent film scene. The key evidence is the reported "over 180 awards and selections" from film festivals. This is an extraordinarily high number for any filmmaker, and particularly for an independent one, demonstrating consistent and widespread recognition. His awards and selections come from festivals across the globe, including various locations in the US, Canada, India, Netherlands, Greece, and more. This international reach signifies that his work transcends geographical boundaries and resonates with diverse audiences and juries.
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