Mir Friends(1999)
A COSMONAUT IS STRANDED IN SPACE. THE U.S.S.R. IS ABOUT TO FALL APART. AND BERNARD HAS JUST MADE CONTACT.
26 min · Drama · Directed by Peter Kelly
Released
Described by one critic as 'Ballykissangel meets Apollo 13', this short (26 minute) film is based on the extraordinary true story of a Donegal 'ham' radio enthusiast who made contact with a Soviet cosmonaut stranded on the MIR Space station during the summer of 1991.
Where to watch
Not available to stream, rent, or buy in the US yet.
US release dates
- Premiere
- May 1, 1999