Pax Americana and the Weaponization of Space

Overview

Star Wars is no longer science fiction The prospect of Earth being ruled from space is no longer science-fiction. The dream of the original Dr. Strangelove, Wernher von Braun (from Nazi rocket-scientist to NASA director) has survived every US administration since WW2 and is coming to life. Today the technology exists to weaponize space, a massive American industry thrives, and nations are maneuvering for advantage. PAX AMERICANA tackles this pivotal moment. Are war machines already orbiting Earth? Can treaties keep space weapons-free? Must the World capitulate to one super-cop on the global beat? With startling archival footage and unprecedented access to US Air Force Space Command, this elegant, forceful documentary reveals the state of play through generals, space-policy analysts, politicians, diplomats, peace activists, and hawks.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

November 12, 2009

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Cast

Kevin Chilton,Helen Caldicott,George W. Bush

Director

Denis Delestrac

Writer

Denis Delestrac,Louis Caron,Harold Crooks

Producer

Betsy Carson,Mark Achbar,Lucie Tremblay,Jeremy Edwardes,Brice Garnier

Cinematography

Jean-Pierre St-Louis

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt1553156