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Captain Galactic

From: Salt Institute for Documentary Studies
Length: 00:07:39

A ordinary man prepares for the journey into space. Read the full description.
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For many, space travel is the stuff of childhood dreams, a fleeting fancy that may lead to a week at space camp or an extensive collection of space adventure movies.  But for retired pharmacist and businessman, Steve LeVerdiere, this is a childhood dream he would never outgrow. Now, with the recent expansion of the space tourism industry, Steve's dream will finally become a reality.

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fun

cool use of music.

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Stellar

Loved the piece. Wonderful character portrait. Loved the background sound--set the tone.

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