Mars

About Mars

"Mars" is a unique blend of the scripted drama and documentary. Released in the year 2016 and aired on the National Geographic Channel, the TV series combines present-day interviews with a futuristic drama set in the year 2033, chronicling the first manned mission to the red planet, Mars. The story explores the challenges of establishing a human colony on Mars using real-world science and technology.

Making/Production

The show is developed by Ben Young Mason and Justin Wilkes, based on the book "How We'll Live on Mars" by Stephen Petranek. It is produced by Imagine Entertainment and RadicalMedia. Mars features impressive special effects, a testament to its high production value. The creators used experts and consultants to ensure scientific accuracy.

Actors

• JiHAE as Hana Seung and Joon Seung delivers a striking performance as the two sisters, one of being the mission pilot and the latter being her twin sister on Earth at Mission Control.
• Alberto Ammann played the role of Javier Delgado, a hydrologist and geochemist, impeccably reflecting the struggles of being away from family.
• Sammi Rotibi magnificently portrayed Robert Foucault, a mechanical engineer and roboticist entrusted with the mission's all-important rover.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The series was filmed in Budapest and Morocco to create the barren, desolate landscapes of Mars.
• It aims to be scientifically accurate, with insights from experts like Elon Musk and Robert Zubrin.
• Though the series is fictional, it was inspired by real plans for Mars colonization by companies like SpaceX.

Awards

The series has received positive reviews and was nominated for various awards including Best Limited Series at the 19th Annual MovieGuide Awards.

Quotes

• "Mars is closer than ever" - Hana Seung
• "We are not just explorers, but pioneers." - Ben Sawyer

Music, Soundtrack

• The original score for the series is composed by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis, creating an ominous and ethereal atmosphere that echoes the isolation and the vastness of Mars.
• Themes like "Mars Theme", "Cosmic Dancer", "Life on Mars" are some named tracks from the series.