# Project Hail Mary

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Podcast: [The Film Dept.](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-film-dept-7052643)
Published: 2026-03-29T04:57:16+00:00
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Welcome back to The Film Dept Podcast. Get ready for a thrilling course this semester! Today's class will follow our new hosts, Thalia, Meredith, and Marie as they start off the semester discussing the hit book adaptation, PROJECT HAIL MARY, starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. Watch this episode (and all previous episodes) on UNLV College of Fine Arts Podcasts In this episode of the Film Department Podcast, hosts Marie Palmieri, Thalia Sanders, and Meredith Costello review 'Project Hail Mary,' starring Ryan Gosling. They discuss Gosling's performance, the film's unique storytelling, emotional impact, and the human connections portrayed in a science fiction setting. The conversation also touches on audience engagement, themes of sacrifice and morality, character complexity, and the significant role of music in enhancing the film's narrative. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Project Hail Mary 01:05 Ryan Gosling's Performance and Character Dynamics 03:26 The Unique Storytelling of Project Hail Mary 05:15 Human Connection in Science Fiction 07:33 The Emotional Impact of the Film 10:24 Audience Engagement and Reactions 12:45 Themes of Sacrifice and Morality 15:08 Character Complexity and Relationships 18:30 Music and Soundtrack's Role in Storytelling 25:10 Final Thoughts and Overall Impressions Credits: Email us: thefilmdeptpod@gmail.com HOSTS - Jaidyn Thalia Sanders, Meredith Costello, Marie Palmieri PRODUCERS - Tom Bjelic, Sam Decker EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY - Adam Paul, Roudi Boroumand For The Beverly: Kip Kelly, Founding Creative Director | Chief Experience Officer Alexi Harber, General Manager Ivy Ergunes, Marketing Manager To read the hosts' reviews, head over to: https://thefilmdeptpodcast.substack.com/ Once again, The Film Department h…

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