Michael Pena has ended up being one of the most unexpected gems of an actor. He can do funny, badass, heartfelt. I'm happy to see him be a leading man, he's sure put in the work and deserves everything that comes his way
I really like that the script is pushing the fact that he earns his achievement through hard work and tenacity. He is discouraged by the rejections but he never stops believing in himself and keeps his mind and heart on his goal. This is a great message that all need to hear.Excellence will be recognized and rewarded.
If people keep rewarding others for what they look like rather than who they are and what they are able to do, no, excellence will not be recognized and rewarded. Stand in their way at all costs, keep excellence alive.
When you play victim, you get pity. When you fight like a warrior, you earn respect. Hard work might not get rewarded, but it will always be a strengh !
My son and I met the actual real life astronaut this film is based on, he said the key in his life was constantly trying to improve himself until he achieved his goal
Well, as a latin american pilot engineer and scuba Diver myself it hits extremely close to home, I'm crying just from the trailer because I know what going through that rejection feels like, with the difference I have yet to see the other side of it. I'm looking forward to see that
Michael Pena was never an obvious choice for a lead role, but he has been slowly and quietly honing his crafts over the years and look where it got him. Very happy for him and am especially glad that this lead role tells a success story about tenacity and hard work, doesn't matter who you are and where you're from. Can't wait to see it.
The key part of the trailer for me was when his wife, instead of just passively supporting his dream, asks a very important question. What do the other applicants have that you don't. They show the montage if him becoming a pilot and doing dive training. That's where the dream that could never happen starts to become a goal to work towards. I'm looking forward to checking this movie out.
Exactly. And the easy answer would have been for him to say "white skin" and just succumb to a victim mentality because he'd never be able to have that. Instead he made himself so well-rounded and proved his dedication and never gave up. Historymakers almost always have to work harder than anyone in the establishment in order to make history, and I am dying to see this movie and see his journey where he does just that.
@@user-pb1ic7pi9che has a masters degree from UCSB in Signals Engineering and was the co-inventor of digital mammography for the early detection of breast cancer among other things in his impressive CV.
I loved the part with his wife asking him what he was missing as well. His wife supported him and made him look deeply inwards to figure out why he wasn't getting accepted instead of just either pushing him away for his failures or pushing him to continuously and mindlessly throwing himself at a task he obviously wasn't prepared for.
You Gott'a have a MONTAGE! but in reality there are a million mental crutches to cling to that you can lie to yourself and say I would be there if only this thing inherit in me was different...and they owe me. However those ideas are EXACTLY why you likely won't make it because YOU simply aren't focusing on doing the job.
@@choosethewright7652 dude Chill out, why are you whining? This is the first film I know with him as a lead character, sorry for not been able to check Wikipedia first. Anyway thanks for the information, a$$hole.
I saw this movie a couple weeks ago for a VIP screening and it is TRULY AMAZING. The performances, the story, the writing, and the music were superb! The star that shines the brightest is the wife played by Rosa Salazar. Has to be the best performance I have ever seen for a wife on screen. I will just leave it at that! Go watch this movie!
When they showed the shuttle taking off and then the migrant farmers stopped and looked up as if they were suddenly watching it, full on ache hit my chest and my eyes welled up. Representation matters, even in the space program.
So happy to see Michael Pena getting all these amazing roles he deserves it one of my all time favorite actors! Edit- Wow did not expect to get this many likes on my comment lol that is a first and appreciated :) and I'm glad to see how many people like Michael Pena as I do :)
I love this. My dad was born in Texas in a border town. His house was so poor they could see through the slats in the walls. He had a bad childhood and growing up but he worked hard, did right and retired from a State Capital job in his older years. Salute!
I can't even begin to explain the tears that came to my face when watching this trailer. It has always been my dream since a very young boy in elementary school to be an Astronaut. I succumbed to the bullying and laughing and teasing from friends to family members and never pursued my dream. I'll always regret that until I leave this earth. I can't wait to see this.
@tristan101 I didn't say the man. By all accounts he's a decent person. I'm referring to the actor. I think Tom Hanks is a pedo but like him as an actor.
As a Mexican-American this makes me proud to see. I started off working in my Dad's janitorial business as a kid to young man so this hits home for me. Never stop believing.
My wife and her entire family (parents and nine siblings) immigrated from Mexico. They were migrant farm workers throughout my wife's childhood. The parents understood that education is a major part of success in this nation; so, they pushed their kids to succeed academically. Consequently, all of them have graduated from college. Six of them have post-graduate degrees. They attended everything from major public universities to the most elite colleges and universities in the nation (including Stanford and Harvard). When I think of their story, I am inspired. This trailer gives me that same sort of vibe. I'm so looking forward to this film!
When given the opportunity, we can succeed at anything. And much of America's success is on the backs and labor of Mexican and Spanish American progress. Spanish America, and Tejanos specifically, played a major role in the American Revolution.
@@Native_Creation You're right! I've mentioned this to others in the past. When asked by Mexican soldiers why some of them fought at the Alamo (and afterward in the Texas War for Independence), some of them replied that they weren't Mexicans but "Tejanos." It's an interesting thought -- because Texas was a part of New Spain. It has had SIX FLAGS (thus "Six Flags" amusement parks) -- and many Hispanic Texans identify as such. I'm a descendent of someone who fought for the United States in the War of American Independence (i.e., "Revolutionary War"). I agree that there were many people -- including Hispanic Americans, First People, French and others -- who joined that cause. My wife's family are proud Americans. They are arguably more patriotic than most white Americans. They truly know and understand the cost of their citizenship in this "Land of Opportunity." They've worked harder than most. I love them dearly.
And to think trump wanted to stop people like this from entering America and branding them as criminals and rapists, its all admission and projection with him.
I don't think anyone in the U.S. can doubt the work ethic of the Mexicans that either immigrated here, legal or illegal, or are the first generation of a Mexican family that did. The best *French* bakery is my town is run by a Mexican family and they just had to move shops to a bigger place in order to keep up with the demand for their cakes/tarts/pastries/whatever, everything they make tastes far better than the run-of-the-mill shops, I'm there every Sunday for my cheat day. They appreciate every customer and I appreciate them in my town of ~50k people, their presence would be sorely missed (as it is with them moving shops right now lol). I would say, though, that being Mexican is the last characteristic that I would use to describe José or his family members. They are simply good people. José's oldest kid is in medical school right now in our state's capital, one of the best medical schools in the world (University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health). I look forward to seeing his family grow.
As a young man growing up in the 70’s and when the space race was still very prevalent- I dreamt of being an Astronaut but people that were brown like me were reminded we could not dream that high. To see that someone Mexicano escaped and soared clench’s at my emotional strings. Love Michael Pena fellow Chicano!
This guy actually came to one of my high school speeches. I thought it was great and im absolutely amazed that they dedicated this movie to him. He deserves this.
In this movie trailer it seems like hard work and patience really pays off and he becomes an astronaut. I can't help but feel like this is exactly his life in becoming a lead actor after so many years of being a sidekick character. Can't wait to see more ^^
I’m excited! I hope this helps the Mexican people rediscover who we are, it’s almost like we lost sight of who we used to be. Our ancestors had beautiful civilizations, math, astronomy, etc. This stuff is in our blood! I’m a Hispanic veteran in school to become a nuclear engineer in Idaho despite being told I couldn’t, I’m proud of my cultural heritage.
Saw him speak at Texas State University, his story is inspiring to so many first generation Mexican-American students, really gives us something to use as motivation during those late night study sessions.
It isn't his heritage that propelled him to success. It is a series of choices he made as an individual and within his family that ultimately led him to success.
no substitute for hard work and improving yourself and your skillset/experience. that's the big takeaway from this story of astronaut hernandez...sheer will, effort, and determination is the common denominator for these people. I'm retired AF and have met several astronauts (had one as an instructor/professor at USAFA) and that is what always struck me when I met these people. Towering intelligence and endless energy/resilience are a given...and that seems to be the key in this story as well.
@@jw70467 part of the reason he was able to endure through those challenges is due to his heritage. Who he is as an individual is a reflection of his family, as you recognize. But who his family is is a reflection of his family's heritage. That heritage is a reflection of his culture, and that culture is a reflection of our shared humanity. Ultimately, yes, it was _him_ who made it happen, but he didn't arrive on earth in a vacuum. He's a patchwork of every influence he had, and the single biggest influence on most of us is our cultural background.
Not anymore I guess since any rich asshole can go to space now. Really looking forward to aliens first contact with humans being some fat cat CEO instead of our best and brightest
Right? We've made space travel so commonplace now with satellites and rovers and all of that, we forget since 1961, a little over 650 people have gone to space, which hey, might seem like a lot, but think about how many people have had and still have that dream of becoming an astronaut, of getting in a rocket, going to space, feeling weightlessness. And of all those with that dream, and of all those who wanted it, only a select few actually became astronauts. And only a select few of those have actually gone to space. And only a select few of those have gone more than once. It's a very hard job, a very demanding job and requires thousands of hours of training as well as a masters degree in select studies.
@@thegamingpigeon3216 now all you need is a bunch of money. Not looking forward to aliens first contact with humanity being Jeff Bezos instead of an astronaut
Movies like these light up hope, show us how to bounce back, and remind us of our true potential, encouraging us to dream beyond boundaries. Releasing this in theaters would be a great idea! for Michael Pena ✌
the insane thing is how he landed the position, he was learning something new each time to close the gap, at the end he learned Russian as he worked with Russian team, and that was the thing that separate him from the rest, someone who speak russian was a differential to work in the mission along russian from the space station, amazing real story.
@@Joe-sg9llYour words are nothing, your thoughts are your words, you are your thoughts…. This story is about courage, determination, hard work, and optimism. You chose to respond with cynicism and insult. Disgusting.
@@Joe-sg9ll racism? bro, im mexican, i like to see my hommies go ahead without playing the victims but instead beating everyone and be proud of what they are.
This guy is so good. I've been a fan since Shooter. This past season on Jack Ryan was incredible. So talented and so happy he's now landed a starring role. You know it's going to be good.
I'm stoked to see this film. (a) Michael Pena is a fantastic actor and (b) story line profiles tenacity in the human spirit which every one of us has, just needs to be exploited.
so we get the childhood backstory, the coming of age, the applications, the rejections, the training montage, and then the success and journey into space as an astronaut. best 2.5 minute movie i've ever seen! glad they released it for free on youtube.
Absolutely, there are many such stories that haven't been told. My grandfather and his brothers were all farmworkers as well, he was drafted into WW2 and received a Bronze Star, all his brothers also joined the military, his little brother was one of the Chosin Few from the Korean War and received a Purple Heart. Many other uncles were in Vietnam (Black Ops), and several cousins served as well. There are many stories like this out there but we've been treated as second-class citizens in the shadows for so long.
Michael Pena has been impressing me a LOT. He can and does take on different roles with aplomb. He can be funny or dramatic, or both. His acting is spot on. The feelings he portrays do not feel faked. Rosa Salazar, previously known to most of us as Alita, is another rising star we can hope to see more of.
THANK GOD. I'm so glad Pena is getting his big shot. This will put him on the map in a way that none of the supporting roles has. He's a fantastic actor and this looks like a beautiful script. Can't wait!
Michael Pena is one of my favorite actors of all time, and I think he's largely underrated. He can play serious roles, comedic roles, horror roles, and he fits perfect.
1:22 I actually had the pleasure to meet Jose Hernandez almost twenty years ago when he came to my youth organization to share his inspirational story. I didn’t remember much at the time but I definitely remembered him telling us how many times he applied! Thanks for inspiring us to never quit in our aspiration Mr. Hernandez! Michael Peña as an actor always crushing it!
Dang you Michael, with your heart and soul and continued brilliant acting, you made me tear up...watching a trailer, I'm going to be a weeping mess during this movie in September 😊
Finally, Michael Pena in his own leading role. Love it. And the movie is very fitting for him. He's so versatile and great as an actor, can't wait to see thisbmovie when it comes out. You go Michael, you go 🎉👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
This is something I'd really like to see perform well. Partly because the subject really matter to me, but also because I've love to see Pena score big in a starring role. Dude has been putting in work.
When I think of the phrase "this man/actor has heart", Mr. Pena is the first one that pops into my mind. Believable, and compelling every performance. I will watch!
I have loved Michael Pena since Shooter as he plays the cop next to Mark Wahlberg and happily watched him for years and it really seems likes hes still barely hitting his prime. He has been so good for so long. I read the martian and listened to the audio book hundreds of times and his role in the movie is even better then the book character which is so hard to do. Congratulations Mr Pena you are a truly great actor and ive grown up watching your films!
Just watched this trailer and it took me on a trip down memory lane. After watching Interstellar years ago, I was so moved that I dreamt of becoming an astronaut and even wrote essays about the stars. Life, bills, and the reality of everyday struggles took that dream away for a while. But this trailer... it's reignited that old flame in me. I'm considering giving that dream another shot, even if it means re-evaluating the life I've carefully constructed. Anyone else feel this way? ❤🌌🚀
Dude ... we are all astronauts. We are all travelling through space. We are just doing it on a very large vehicle called Earth. You have been an astronaut ever since the day you were conceived.
He's a good dramatic actor but he's even better as a comedic actor which is probably a more difficult skill set. Peña is awesome and he elevates every movie he's in.
Even though he played the main actor on this movie, as a person without performing he is a true heroe! Did anybody notice that even after 12 years of being turned down he was going to be back and said it with conviction?
Never imagine seeing the word “underrated” in a YT comment section. The word has no meaning because apparently everything on YT is “underrated” since the word is used in every since comment section on YT
we don't get enough movies about chasing amazing dreams anymore. michael peña is great in these roles. it was so crazy seeing him as a stone cold killer in jack ryan.
After watching some of the recent modern great heart touching movies >>> Realised that , many of these great movies have Mexican & Spanish descendants as actors , actresses , writers , directors & special effect specialists ... 🙏 Thank You So Much Good Mexican & Spanish Descendants for giving us such Good High Quality Family Friendly Movies! Mucho Gracias! 🙏🌷🌿🌎💜🕊
I. Can't.Wait. Michael Pena has been killing it in films for SOOOO long. He has earned it to be launched into the orbit of Hollywood greatness. A true star.
Watched this on the plane. An inspiring story about tenacity, goals, the importance of having a great support system, and not giving up on your dreams. Didn't have earbuds with me, subtitles only so I'll have to rewatch.
Ever since seeing him in 'End of Watch' I've kept an eye out for Michael Peña and have not been disappointed. He is so consistently real and good >> he's real good >> I'll be watching this one❤🔥
Looking forward to this movie. Michael Pena is a very good actor and as someone else said, he is an underrated actor and can do versatile roles with ease. Glad he is getting to play the lead!
I've enjoyed every movie Michael Pena has been in. He has skill he's worked on acquiring over the years and has become a true artist. This will be a good flick.
Michael Pena is playing Michael Pena technically in this movie.. Thats his life story, and he's acing every scene coz he's lived the same life. I'm tearful with joy. What a heart-touching performance in just a trailer. Lookin forward to it.
I've been a fan of Michael Peña since End Of Watch, which is in my top ten list of movies, and in my top five for movies released this century. I'm familiar with the concept of movie magic, but to shoot that masterpiece in just 22 days, I think it would have been a tall order for the cast to develop that kind of chemistry onscreen, so quickly, if they weren't cool and likeable people to begin with. Definitely checking this out. I think this message of persistence, but also, not simply demanding that someone give you a shot because you're special, but instead working hard at becoming the candidate they can't afford to turn away, is important. Especially in 2023.
Pena is a top tier actor and has been for awhile. Celebrating a triumph of another culture's descendent making the American dream real is a story that has been replayed over and over again regardless of what part of the world they are from. Whether they are from Mexico, Ireland, Italy, India, or the Far East, the story ends the same. America provides an opportunity for individuals to become the best that they can be through hard work, respect, and tenacity, not victimhood. Well done.
I know the feeling the person who this story is based on felt. I am the oldest of 5 and we didn’t have much growing up. Food stamps, electricity getting cut off and moving at nite before getting evicted. I finished the 10th grade and ran away from home. I had wanted to be an astronaut as well since I was a kid but what chance did I have then? Not much. When I turned 17 I joined the Navy. I took advantage of training and schooling with the Navy paying. I did 10 years and got out. I continued learning and worked my way up in Naval Aviation over the years by taking harder and harder assignments. Did I make it to be an astronaut? No but I did eventually become a flight test engineer for the USN/USMC. I love the career I’ve had. I didn’t make it to the stars but I did get to see the curvature of the earth and the inky blackness just above my head. I could almost touch the stars then. That’s good enough for me, I’ve gone farther than I ever dreamt. I’ve done things I never thought possible. What a great career I’ve had. Retirement is in the cards the next year or two. Icing on the cake? I’ve got a wonderful family and grown children I’m so proud of. Life’s been good so far.
Michael Peña is a fantastic actor. So much range. From slapstick comedy to killer to serious he has got it all. Does not have the recognition yet, but sure deserves a bit more exposure. Imagine, this the same guy that plays the storytelling Luis in the MCU.
