Dr Nelly Ben Hayoun's new film is a revolutionary integration of neuroscience, quantum physics, and space exploration

Included in this year's SXSW experimental documentary lineup, the film provides alternative views on space exploration, with a soundtrack by Pussy Riot.

Nelly Ben Hayoun-Stépanian, the Powerhouse and Director of Experiences, is back with a bang, unveiling her latest documentary feature exclusively on It’s Nice That before its much-anticipated SXSW premiere. Brace yourselves for Doppelgangers³, a mind-bending "visual and sonic experience" with beats by Pussy Riot, delving deep into the cosmic abyss of space exploration. Supported by the prestigious Sundance Institute and BFI Doc Society, this documentary isn't your run-of-the-mill space saga—it's a radical call to question the commercialisation of space and whether humanity is destined to repeat its terrestrial missteps on the lunar surface.

In Doppelgängers³, Nelly, Lucia Kagramanyan, and Myriam Amroun take us on an intergalactic journey, challenging the status quo of the space industry and advocating for voices from the margins to shape the future of space exploration. Buckle up as Nelly interviews NASA scientists, neuroscientists, and even trauma specialists, posing the daring question: What if our lunar plans include perspectives from those who have experienced colonialism firsthand?

Drawing from her own heritage, Nelly weaves together non-linear narratives, quantum physics revelations, and historical echoes of immigration and colonisation. Through captivating stories, we're transported to envision a utopian community that defies the boundaries of space and time. And let's not forget Nelly's adventurous expedition to Astroland Interplanetary Agency's space training site in Spain, where astronauts learn to navigate the unpredictable cosmic frontier.

Doppelgangers³ isn't just a film—it's a manifesto for change, shaking up the documentary landscape at SXSW's Feature Documentary, Vision category. But Nelly doesn't stop there. She's ready to ignite lively debates on decolonising the space sector and present her groundbreaking findings at the International Astronautical Congress in October 2024.

So, gear up for an odyssey like no other, where creativity meets cosmic curiosity, and together, we challenge the boundaries of the final frontier.

Watch the trailer below and read the original article here.