Satellites of the Sun

Directed by Sidney Goldsmith · Starring George Finstad · 1974

An animated journey through the solar system, bringing the moon and planets into detailed view as they orbit the sun.

A classic NFB space animation that makes the vastness of the solar system feel within reach.

Get a spectacular, awe-inspiring view of our solar system in this animated portrait of the stars and planets. Staggering distances are eliminated through the art of film: our moon, Mercury, Mars, Saturn, Venus, Earth and

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