One More Orbit

One More Orbit, a groundbreaking 2020 documentary, traces the journey of a diverse, international team led by astronaut Terry Virts, British entrepreneur Hamish Harding, and Norwegian film director Jannicke Mikkelsen, as they undertake a mission to set a new world record for the fastest flight around the Earth via both the North and South poles.

Covering the drama of the 48-hour, non-stop mission aboard a Gulfstream G650ER ultra long-range jet, the documentary brims with suspense and adrenaline. It examines courage and determination in the face of adversity, supplying a microscopic look into the world of space travel and aeronautical innovation. Starring NASA astronaut, Terry Virts, as part of the flight crew, the film provides audiences an insider's glimpse into the enthralling realm of astronavigation and aerial exploration.

What sets One More Orbit apart is not only the scale and the audacity of the mission but also the powerful human story painted against the backdrop of this audacious expedition. Terry Virts provides an unrivalled perspective, having previously spent 200 days aboard the International Space Station, lending authenticity and an emotive core to the documentary.

Meanwhile, Action Aviation Chairman, Hamish Harding, and accomplished filmmaker Jannicke Mikkelsen offer their unique insights to further enrich the narrative. Harding, acting as mission director and one of the eight passengers on this record-setting flight, brings his passion and expert knowledge about the aviation industry to the table. Mikkelsen, the film's Director of Photography, fits the complex narrative pieces together with her camera, illustrating a visually stunning narrative that is both compelling and enlightening.

One More Orbit is not a movie that merely gets its audience engaged; it's a movie that includes them in its family. Viewers are offered a privileged seat inside the cockpit and a candid view of how these professionals work under extreme pressure and within a challenging timeline. As the pressures mount, unforeseen complications arise, and the ambitious endeavor is further tested. The troubles faced by the crew, the technical details grappling with them, and the physical constraints of the flight, are intimately portrayed, making the experience visceral and immersive.

The diverse backgrounds of the team elevate the film's international allure, reflecting a range of personalities and proficiencies drawn from all corners of the globe and this diversity is a consistent theme, threaded throughout the movie. The crew members' nationalities span four continents, emphasizing the unifying potential of common objectives and shared passions, irrespective of geographic or cultural differences.

The film takes this diverseness a step further, focusing not only on the flight itself and the ups and downs of the mission but also delving into the personal aspect of each crew member. In a series of gripping, deeply human and personal conversations, those aboard unravel fascinating narratives. The interactions, the emergent bonds and common fears, all set during a journey covering 25,000 miles, collectively present the broader message of global unity and the pioneering spirit that undergirds this extraordinary journey.

The visual experience of One More Orbit is remarkable, offering a spectacular bird's view of vast expanses of Earth, a panorama of breathtaking landscapes, bustling cities, desolate terrains, and endless oceans - all interspersed with onboard footage from the plane. This visually rich tapestry serves to underpin the undeniable allure of our planet and shapes a comprehensive narrative that is as much about life on Earth as it is about flying above it.

One More Orbit successfully integrates the technical complexities of a pioneering aviation feat into a gripping human-centered narrative, enabling viewers to experience every moment of tension, uncertainty, relief, and triumph within the mission. The movie offers an unprecedented and thrilling adventure interlaced with informative and thought-provoking insights into the challenging landscape of space navigation, piloting, and the global collaboration required to pull-off such a monumental endeavor.

To conclude, the whole narrative serves to underline the title of the film, "One More Orbit", representing not just an unwavering pursuit of a new global record, but also the relentless and universal aspiration to enrich our understanding of the world and our place within it. The movie seamlessly intersects the grip of a sci-fi film, the thrill of an adventure, and the intellectual stimulation of a cutting-edge documentary, taking the viewer on a riveting and rousing journey that takes them "One More Orbit" closer to understanding the magic and majesty of space travel.