That said, though, I don't think you need to have read the book or know anything about it. This movie is designed to be enjoyed by anyone - even people not normally into sci-fi. Go see it. It's worth it.

Project Hail Mary was *awesome*. That was the shortest 2.5 hour movie I've ever seen. Way funnier than I expected, too. They skipped past a lot of the science-y stuff from the book that was likely cut for time and pacing, probably, since the book had *so* much more detail than they could fit into the movie, but the movie isn't hurt by it at all. It works. Gorgeous visuals, wonderful effects, perfect pacing. If you want to nerd out about the details, read the book and get the best of both worlds.

Mmm solar powered force field.... 🤔