Watching movies is one of my favourite things to do and sometimes, it's a means to reward myself after a long and overwhelming week. After writing a series of exams, I succumbed to the grip of my movie player to binge watch as many movies as I can.
In the short span of about a week, I’ve watched so many movies. Some old, some new, some blockbusters and the others just regular movies. Did I outrightly regret seeing any of these movies? Definitely not. Dare I say I was just grateful for the opportunity to watch movies without the feeling of guilt.
In this post, I would be sharing my thoughts on one of the most recent movies I've seen. So, if you're interested in my thought process, stick around to find out what I think about “Project Hail Mary”.
About the Movie.
Project Hail Mary” Is the 2026 cinematic adaptation of Andy Weir's bestselling 2021 novel–––Project Hail Mary. The movie was directed and produced by the filmmaking duo Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. Written by Drew Goddard, it stars Ryan Gosling as Ryland Grace. Other supporting characters include; Sandra Hüller, James Ortiz, Lionel Boyce and Ken Leung.
The movie premiered in London on the 9th of March, 2026 but reached U.S theaters on the 20th of March, 2026.
The story follows Ryland Grace, a former molecular biologist turned middle-school science teacher who wakes up aboard a spaceship with amnesia.
He gradually pieces together that he's on an urgent solo mission to save the earth called Project Hail Mary. With limited skills, he must figure out a way to save himself and the world.
My Opinion.
I really didn't have any expectations when I sat back to watch this movie. I've been trying to keep a very open mind to many things and movies happen to be one of those things.
The narrative of this movie jumps between the present day space action and flashbacks from Earth, maintaining momentum while delivering astonishing science moments.
The star of the movie, Ryan Gosling as Grace, shines as a charming, vulnerable, witty character. He carried along solo sequences with some sense of comedy, intelligence and emotion, making the character very relatable. He balanced humour and heart, without losing the stakes.
The rest of the supporting characters also delivered their roles beautifully although they were all majorly seen during the flashbacks.
The movie has science fiction as a genre at its core as the movie is rooted in scientific problem solving and interstellar exploration. Adventure, comedy, drama, action/thriller and interstellar friendship are some other genres explored in this movie.
I was intrigued by the simulation of the galaxy. The galaxy simulation called “Petrova line” was one of the most visually striking in the movie. It wasn't a full simulation of the Milky Way galaxy but a clever visualization that threw more light on the plot.
Pacing was a slight issue with this movie as the end of the movie felt rushed and left viewers with limited time to digest the adventure.
But overall, the pros outweighed the cons for me. I enjoyed watching “Project Hail Mary” and I think it's one of the best sci-fi blockbusters in recent years. The protagonist's performance was top notch and the emotional dynamic with his new friend was so heartwarming.
Recommendation and Rating.
Project Hail Mary is a visually stunning, humorous and heartwarming science-fiction adventure about a reluctant hero, interstellar friendship and humanity's ingenuity against cosmic disaster. I would give the movie an 8.5 out of 10 rating.
I recommend this movie, especially if you enjoy smart, optimistic sci-fi movies. Also, if you're into creative problem solving, you'll learn something inspiring from this movie.