Space For Women
Originally released in 1981. Space For Women is a documentary film. directed by William Greaves. At just 32 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Anna Lee Fisher, Shirley Chevalier, and Brenda Willis
Synopsis
Designed for class instruction and career education, and to prove that space exploration isn’t just for the boys. The film interviews women employed in the space transportation programs of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and shows the variety of positions that they hold as electrical engineers, aerial photography analysts, safety specialists and astronaut mission specialists. It notes how the women obtained their training and qualified for their positions. Astronaut Anna Lee Fisher, Dr. Patricia Cowings, Shirley Chevalier, Sue Norman, Sharon Orkansky, Brenda Willis, and Astronaut Catherine Sullivan are profiled. Narrated by Ricardo Montalban.
Winner of NAACP Image Award For Picture Of The Year
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 10, 1981
44 years ago
Runtime
0h 32m
32 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- William Greaves Productions
- NASA
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Space For Women about?
Designed for class instruction and career education, and to prove that space exploration isn’t just for the boys. The film interviews women employed in the space transportation programs of the Na...
Who directed Space For Women?
Space For Women was directed by William Greaves.
How long is Space For Women?
Space For Women has a runtime of 0 hours and 32 minutes (32 minutes total).
When was Space For Women released?
Space For Women was released on July 10, 1981 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Space For Women?
The main cast of Space For Women includes Anna Lee Fisher, Shirley Chevalier, Brenda Willis, Kathryn D. Sullivan, Ricardo Montalban.