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Science fact or fiction?

Explore the science behind some of the most popular science fiction movies, such as Avatar and Interstellar. In this episode, ESO astronomer, Suzanna Randall, explores what is fact and what is fiction in Avatar’s Alpha Centauri system, Betelgeuse’s fate and Interstellar’s Gargantua black hole. Along the way see how discoveries made with ESO’s telescopes help us get a deeper appreciation of the world of science fiction.

English
  • Originally Aired March 1, 2024
  • Runtime 12 minutes
  • Created March 15, 2026 by
    Am.Curious
  • Modified March 15, 2026 by
    PolarGeek admin