Uchuu Kyoudai (2012) Movie Script
Climb!
Yes, sir!
(pants)
Hibito
We need to conduct an in-depth investigation
I hear and Obey, Big Brother
An older brother must always walk in front his little brother
July 9, 10.01pm
Discovered a Japanese tree frog in the grass
behind the bamboo shoots near the Metro
Big Brother
Big Brother!
Big Brother!
What are you doing?!
Big Brother, Over there!
What?
Hurry up!
What is it?
That, That!
What is that?!
I don't Know
It's flying to the moon!
Hey, big brother
I...
I've made up my mind. Im going to be become an astronaut and fly to the moon.
Say again?
Big brother, how about you?
I...
I...
I Think I'll
This fall, mission CES-51 will leave for the moon
Our mission is to establish a habitable environment
We'll make longer stays, on the moon, as possible
As you know
The necessary modules and equipment has already been transported
We are now ready
to take the first real steps towards terraforming the moon
With the ability to stay there for an extended period of time
The chances of alien encounter is sure to increase too
Wouldn't you say Captain?
That kind of question really should go to him. He's the expert.
Who? me?
Well...
You are right, I saw a UFO when I was a boy
Please. Don't hold the microphone
Sorry
That was just like the sound the UFO use to communicate
No worries
Anyway, of course the UFO I saw, when I was a boy
is one of the reasons I am here today
But, on the moon, I will be focused on our mission.
That's certain
I would like to ask
Mr. Hibito Namba, on Japan's National Day
What would you say about becoming the first Japanese to land on the Moon?
Yes
The Japanese are particularly reverent about the moon
On behalf of my province, I am very proud
However, When I land on the moon, then I'll
Find the words to tell you. Now is not the time. Apologies.
This model is completely overturned. Im baffled.
What's really the reason for this?
The performance and specifications of the design are optimal
This is rotten, we have our hands tied compared to Namba's predecessors
Namba's predecessors spent a whole five years on this design.
Well gentleman, do not pity me
I was born on the cursed day known as the tragedy of 'dora bora'
The curse even entends to having a boss of limited flexiblity and imagination
He's vindictive and as old and uncompromising as a rusty shutter gate
The United States gives you head space to innovate...
The astronauts are so young these days.
You don't know?
About Namba?
Although it's a secret.
The fact is that
No Way!
They're nothing alike!
What's the gossip?
What? The hell is this?
What is this?
The Aerospace industry is simply a waste of the national budget
reads like a hippie propaganda piece
Look at their idiotic smiles.
While they're playing Rocket man, Japan's international competitiveness has stagnated.
Is it really necessary to go to the Moon?
This is the result
Of ill thought out plans from such a degenerate Era.
These astronauts serve us better by being fireworks.
Director!
You're fired!
What's your problem. Get the hell out!
My ass hurts
jeez, it's killing me
Ah crap...Im stuck in between the butt crack of a black hole.
I used to work in a concept car design company
As a project team leader
I'll be there in 5 minutes
The design philosophy is contained in the Tk11
The crappy boss slandered my name to the entire industry
making it difficult to find employment.
Being too creative can be quite detrimental.
What's with the funny afro?
It also doesn't help when Ive inherited mum's quirks.
Thanks. Hear from you soon.
Happy Birthday to me
Happy Birthday to me
Happy Birthday to me
Happy Birthday to me
Where's Mutta?
Upstairs
In the end...
What am I doing with my life?
Mutta
What?
What are you doing?
I brought you cake.
Hey
The acute angle is a little too narrow
The eldest son should work harder than the father.
I'll find work soon
You've got to try harder!
Mutta, the unemployed
Ah, you've got mail
JAXA
Why would JAXA send me a letter?
hello
he-llo
Ah, Mutta, long time no see.
So how goes it?
I've got nothing.
ah, could it be that they've screened your material?
Congratulation
Just in time. Perfect.
Man, after five years, they just fired you. That sucks.
You're better than them, brother.
So it really was you, out of the blue.
Your destined for better things
Why, ahh
Say again, i can't hear you
I said, why this extra thing?
I know Im a vagrant at the moment.
But being accepted to undergo Astronaut exams is not funny
Who's being funny?
hey
so...
Im into vehicle development
I've been doing it for almost ten years.
you know what I mean?
Cut the bullshit
All in All
Floating in the sky for work is your specialty
My feet are firmly grounded
You don't have to worry about me.
You've totally forgotten
Our promise
promise?
Well, all right.
Do me a favour and listen to the tape July 9, 2006.
Huh?
Bye
Hey, wait
let's go
Really, telling me to do stuff out of the blue.
At 10:01 on July 9
Discovered a Japanese tree frog in the grass behind the bamboo shoots near the Metro
Mutta, there. There!
What's the matter with the recording?
Could it be?
Coincidence?
Hey, Big brother
I...
I've made up my mind. Im going to be become an astronaut and fly to the moon.
huh?
Mutta, how about you?
I...
I...
I think...
If youre going to the moon
Than I would definitely have to go further!
I'm going to mars!
Amazingly ambitious, Mutta!
There has to be a day
When the two of us become astronauts
and
Explore the universe together!
An excellent Idea, Big Brother!
I use to want to become astronaut
We use to go to lectures every day and fill our heads with the universe
But one day, I realised
Only a small number of exceptionally talented people could be accepted.
Being completely ordinary
It's practically impossible for me
This realisation made me run straight back
I made peace with myself
and decided to strive for something a little more realistic.
Hurry, let's go!
We have to photograph the UFO
Yeah! UFO! UFO!
But
UFO UFO
But
I actually
Regretted
not pursuing my dream
Everybody
Thank you for participating in
JAXA's Junior Tour.
Thank you All
Ha, that's including our big sister up there.
Firstly, how about we start off with a little history
JAXA's space centre
The Tsukuba Space Centre covers an area of 530,000 square meters
That's equivalent to an area covering 12 Tokyo Domes
In addition,
JAXA also has pilot training facilities in the International Space Station (ISS)
Japan plays a significant role in commanding and maintaining many cabins and facilities in the ISS.
What's with the commentary?
Hey, who's the afro kid and spiky kid?
They come all the time.
Next
Please watch the history of space travel developed by VTR
great, please take over
Hey, you are not allowed to record in here!
But big sister, we want to be good knowledgeable adults
Perhaps, one day, we could even help JAXA
Please oblige
OK, Just this one time. Don't tell anyone.
Score!
Yuri Gagarin
Assist JAXA? What a joke.
With their attitudes, Im certain they can become astronauts.
yes
I think that one must be physically and mentally resilient to become an astronaut.
Im fit and learn quickly. If selected, I will give my all
For JAXA
I stand corrected; for the world and the National Space Development Agency.
Good. Times almost up.
If there are no other questions
Forgive me, I have one more question
I don't mean to be the bad guy but
Hibitos your brother.
He's considered extremely talented and charismatic
It seems that you're trying to catch up
How do you this playing out in the media?
In this regard
Im certain people would ask me so I spent three days and nights thinking for an answer
I wrote my answer down
If it pleases you, may I read?
Sadly, time escapes us.
Allow me to recommend a more efficient way of doing this
that's a tad harsh, no?
The answers a bit
it goes against Japanese values
He's filled with a sense of inferiority compared to his brother? hmm...
Seems to be that he's running out of patience.
Wait
The facts
The bolt on the chair is tight again.
Want me to explain?
In the morning I loosened the screw
I pulled a little NASA prank
I assumed this would go unnoticed by the participants.
During the interview, He was fiddling with the screw
hmm, short attention span.
Or you could interpret it as
An excellent instinct for machinery
Wouldn't you agree?
I tip my hat to you
Aerospace research and development institutions
Commonly known as JAXA
After a lapse of five years, They placed an ad for recruitment.
They managed to attract a total of 789 people; me included.
Through interviewing the applicants, they culled the numbers down to 45 people.
Now, we're into the second round of exams.
Good. Stop calculating.
Next, please wear the oxygen mask
excuse me
that's, ah
Im sorry, Im a little nervous
no problem
Twenty-seven thousand feet above sea level
Twenty-eight thousand feet above sea level
My Name is Mutta
Excuse me
How can I help?
umm...
Mr Habito
Yes
Is your brother Hibito Nanba the astronaut?
He's the brother of Hibito?!
You don't know?
He's a very well-known candidate
I see
I see, indeed.
being the brother of the first Japanese going to the Moon is a big deal.
It's no big deal.
Must be nice to have an advantage.
You must of had some really handy tips on the exam content.
Your brother could probably influence the examiners
He would do no such thing.
How naive do you think we are?
This conversation is a bit rude
In addition, I don't think these exams are easy.
You should play your games elsewhere.
Hello Mr. Hibito
My name is Makabe Kenji. 31yrs old.
we're the same age, please to meet you.
call me Mutta
Do you think that at this stage the best scores
Belong to the two impertinent youngsters?
No, I think it's the lady
Good call
Serika Itou's her name
Her physical fitness and English speech was ranked highly
I think the examiners hold her in high regards
Impressive
Anyway
After the little breathing exercise, I suspect only 6-7 participants are left.
Talk about brutal
Hey, Kenji
Yeah?
how did you answer 'that' question?
Which one?
The second interview
'Tell us something new you've discovered about yourself'?
A tricky one
It's like coming across a book Ive never read
A simple fictional storybook
And when you read it with your two year old daughter
You feel an opportunity to create something wonderful
Regardless of the story, you really start to get into it
In short, as long as you're reading without prejudice
The story and the task will bring new stimulation, perspective and experience
A found the selection process to be very similar to this.
Mutta, How did you answer it?
Well
It was quite tricky
'something new you've discovered about yourself'
That using shampoo significantly reduces the itch on the scalp
I was then excused.
It's like being rejected by a girl
Farewell JAXA
Speak of the devil
Hello
Hello Mutta, how goes the second round?
I think it's making my scalp itch
How do you mean?
Im sure you did well
well... ah...
If I fall, I shall rise again to fight twice as hard
admirable words Big Brother
hey, do you want to come to NASA?
NASA?
Yeah, NASA
So this must be famous Apo
Yes
A spiritual place
Welcome to the sacred grounds
You're living quite well
Well
I'm only renting, so it many not feel the same as Our home in Japan.
what's up?
nothing
Was Apo's name taken from the Apollo missions?
Hey Pup
It must be nice
To grow up with such little stress
A life untouched by the hands of a tragedian
let's hope so
Apo the adorable
Hey
The curtains are unhooked
Twilight drops her curtain down, and pins it with a star.
What's this?
On the plus side, your saving on the water bill.
hey, the price tag is still on this
All fixed.
Very observant of you to instantly detect the defects.
hmm
You're too sloppy
(grunts)
unbelievable, this guy is going to the moon in week and yet neglects his chores
Mutta
Heads up
Impressive
It's beautiful out here.
All you need now is a blond bombshell of a girlfriend
Love to but Ive got no time to spare.
Such is life.
How many years has it been since when we last observed the skies
I can't remember
What are you doing?
Imitating Tom Hanks
He did it in Apollo 13
Oh yeah. Yeah!
Three hundred eighty-four thousand kilometres from the Earth
it's not a walk to the corner shop.
I can't believe my little brother is actually going
It must be an incredible feeling.
You sound as if you didn't do too well in the exams.
hmm...
To tell you the truth
Im predicting the demise of my space career.
In hindsight, there were things I could have done better
As of late, I predict the probability of my going to the moon
To be less than 1/384,000
You may not realise
But my space travel ambitions diverted years ago
Im beginning to suspect my fate has further distance itself from the moon.
Big Brother, enough bull shit
Let me find the words
hmm...
You're strong
But you don't seem to realise how strong you really are.
As a child
What are you talking about
The topics we had as kids are not the same as now.
just listen
You know, Im here now
because of you
You've been pushing me for 19 years
The two of us observing the night sky
I know
You're asking for a beating
My classmates have been saying that you've seen a UFO
He said you were bragging out loud with your afro swinging back and forth.
It's lies, right?
Hurry up and answer
I was...
Say it already
Was it not my friend who was talking about the UFO?
i think there was a miscommunication...
big brother, you coming out?
Not today
But Mutta, we've got to take a photo of the UFO to prove it to our classmates.
There's a chance our classmates will still not believe.
A photo doesn't lie.
Listen, on Japans national day
We undoubtedly saw a UFO
I concur
Hold this belief, tightly, in your heart, ok?
yeah!
The depressurised environment is stable. Get ready to work.
We have a vacuum
A vacuum is formed.
ok, Hibito, buddy
let's start the oxygen scarcity simulation
Copy
Checking EMU operation conditions
Main tank: empty
Back up tank: 2 minutes worth of oxygen remaining.
Attempting connections between EMU
Connect it from blue to red
Damn it!
What's this?
This is..
Although I am reluctant
NASA has advised us to complete our will as part of protocol
I want to tell my big brother one thing
It took me 19yrs to reach my goal
I am certain that you'll fly, too.
Unfortunately,
It's seems I've died before you get this message
Big Brother
Even in death
I'll be waiting in space for your arrival
So that we can see the stars together again.
Hibito
Today, we're about to witness a true leap for man kind
as everybody knows on the surface of the moon
There is no air or water
And certainly no chance of survival
The challenge of building any kind of moon base
is probably the most ambitious project in the history of science
In this mission
All our eyes are on Hibito Nanba
The samurai boy will be the youngest person ever
to walk on the moon And Japans first
On this beautiful day in Florida we are now together
the people here, in Japan and all over the world
Excuse me, excuse me.
Mutta!
Mutta!Mutta!Mutta!
Hey Hey, he told me to tell you
That this spot is the best
for the interview
Isn't that great, honey!
Hibito
Hibito!
Hibito!
Hibito!
Hibito
Hibito
Thank you
Sorry, apologies.
Hibito
Hibito
I'll be back soon guys.
You're going to be 11 stones on the moon! eat well!
Don't forget
please look after Apo
Apo's a good dog.
Your embarrassing us, dad
Big Brother, Don't forget
huh?
forget?
Of course I won't forget
So
Im just giving you a head start. I'll see you in space. believe it!
Don't chip your tooth whilst on the ride!
My brother
Right. Apo
Dad, where's Apo?
Apo, Apo!
Apo!
my dog!
Hibito!
Hibito, we'll take of everything
Apo!
Apo!
Wait for me
Apo
what are you doing?
Apo
Wait, Apo!
Give me a break
What's with the sudden walk!
Hey, you come up here broccoli
Don't just stand there.
You want to see the lift off, right?
climb up the ladder, there
What the hell.
Mister
old man
I'm very sorry
I don't have time to hang out with you
just a minute
You know we live one life
you can't play around with two
you following me, broccoli
now look at what you can see
amazing!
This use to be the control tower
way back, before the Apollo missions.
in the beginning; it was just small unmanned rockets.
You just made a choice you'll never regret
My little brother is in there.
but I...I have so many different feelings
I just don't know how I should look up at that rocket
I've been
feeling everything, looking at that guy.
So kid, tell me, that big rocket over there.
You know what powers it? what lifts it up?
The heart of the people. that's real power
It's the courage of the astronauts
Every rocket on every single mission
so full of passion and determination. And then, all the tireless people on the ground
Every single one of them, an expert
So proud. So full of knowledge
Then think of all of those people out there watching
Full of hope and prayer. Respect.
That's what ignites. That's what catches fire inside and then explodes.
and lifts that 2000 tonnes of metal into space
So that thing that's bothering you. it's stirring inside. That confusion
Well it's just helping lift that rocket a little higher
feel better
I don't know
Thanks, I guess.
So who are you?
Im just an old man who took a stroll
on the moon a long long time ago.
Enough of that, it's about to lift off
we have lift off!
Go
Go
Go!
Go!
Congratulations
Hibito
ok guys, are you ready?
This is it
alright, let's do it!
welcome to space Hibito
Into
outer space
Out of this world.
okay everybody, let's go to the moon
Tadashi, we are trying
to come to a consensus
Sawaki seems to have 2 more votes than Mutta.
Majority rule isn't always right
It's just two votes. The candidates should be discussed further.
two additional votes is still a majority.
Our data also highlights the strength and weaknesses of each candidate
Values processed by the computer doesn't guarantee the better candidate.
After all, a program is limited by what it cannot measure.
Are you suggesting the programs we have used are all for naught?
Why are you so obsessed with Mutta?
it's something I can't clearly articulate
But it's almost destiny that it should happen.
Imagine: two brothers in Space
pardon the intrusion
But I must attest for him
From my experience, Mutta Hibito's passion for space is insurmountable
As a child; he and Namba would attend all of JAXA's presentation.
Also, imagine The world's first space brothers
Exploring the moon together; I vote for Mutta!
All the way!
Hey
sadly, She's not apart of this committee
Indeed. Ms Yuan does not have the right to vote.
ok Hibito, it's rolling.
you ready?
This is going all over Japan
You better look cool coming down that ladder
This is a step for man
But a giant step for mankind
Neil Armstrong proclaimed those famous words.
When he was on the moon 56 years ago.
Since ancient times, the moon has held great reverence to the Japanese
I can't believe it
unbelievable
I've got to tell him the good news.
Oh
Apo seems optimistic about the news
You can use it as it is. Image reception is still good
Copy
Right
yeah!
look at him go!
wait. wait. wait.
Hell of an entrance. Yeah!
Hibito's first step is well received
On the day of the first Japan to land on the moon
his entrance could be described as energetic and youthful
A bold entrance!
What was that?
Our very own lunar rabbit is hopping around
Excellent. Excellent!
incredible!
Please enter
immaculate
hey, check it out
It's obviously a sealed environment but there are windows
A nice touch
We're now floating in space
Yes, where there's a lack of oxygen and gravity
You sound like a talkative fellow. And you wear your heart on your sleeve, too.
Furuya's the name
We should be cautious of what we say
This is an exam
Our actions will be monitored by the command centre.
That includes what we say.
The test has begun
Please
Let's give them the first challenge.
I concur
Your attention please
Please observe the screen
This cabin
is self sufficient and is design for long term space travel.
You will spend ten days in here
And undergo numerous tasks.
A careful note: the air pressure in this cabin
is set at 0.8atm
Please pay attention to any abnormal physical conditions.
The wrist bracelet you are wearing
must never be removed
Consider it a lucky charm
imbued with the power to guarantee your safety
It's recording our physiology
and allows them insight into our psychology
Lastly,
You will vote for the top three candidates at the end of this exercise
Only three will be able to pass.
During your stay you will be given free time
feel free to spend it any way you like
We're being observed like chimps
Guess that's the instructions
what shall we do first?
Let's formally introduce ourselves
good idea
An exceptional idea
By understanding each other, we can function better as a team
Let's start with Mizoguchi
It doesn't matter
Makebe
To summarise
I'm not here to play games and make friends.
I thought we all had an opportunity to win
He has a point
Do I look a little pale?
tasty
What's up?
thanks for the meal
A friendly reminder
You have 15 minutes to complete breakfast
at 0730 please be prepared
to receive instructions on today's task.
end of announcement.
A day in the confined capsule of M8
directives are being issued every 15 minutes.
Talk about micro management.
Dude, it's all white!
This puzzle is sadistic
Logical thinking
Spatial cognition
reasoning analysis
They're all being tested!
Eat. Sleep. Work.
It seems we're all keeping to ourselves
What a dreary state of affair.
it seems the rules and tasks are intended to foster competition.
Our results for each task were also recorded.
It's taxing my eyes
I know what you mean.
Oh crap, I lost my position
Shit on a stick!
The most unbearable task is the log at the end of the day.
Good night
Good night
I'll turn off the lights.
much obliged
Let's see. Log column
I suspect the most intense moment will be when we have to collate the scores
A group battle?
Group A, please to work with you
Please to work with you
Likewise
let's work hard together
Pleased to be working with you
Pleasure's all mine.
Try your best!
hmm..
What surprises are installed for us this time?
What's inside
Open it and see
Yes. let's!
What the?
Hey, what's this?
Model kits?
There are heaps
Looks like fun
Today's task is as follows
As a group, design a 2035 lunar surface facility.
Please draw on technical experience and imagination
The facility is designed to last over ten years
In addition, write an instruction manual of your design.
Be prepared to dedicate 1-4hours a day on this task.
On the last day, you will be asked to give a speech on the designs
Firstly
let's have a look at our inventory
hmm.
We'll leave the box on the side of this table.
good
A lunar surface facility, they say...
Im a little excited by this assignment
agreed
Let's work together and make the best lunar surface facility!
agreed
yes
Houston, Houston, this is Hibito
KU activated, the cables are exchanged.
Now complete.
Roger that. Hibito always at full throttle
it's just that I really enjoy this
I've spent five years training for this moment
I hear you
The whole time we did emergency simulations
You know, I hope we get lost in space or something
That way, I can really test my skills
come on buddy. bad joke
Yeah, of course it's a bad joke
The gravity up here makes it a real possibility
Yes
You've got to come and see the scenery
Fukuda's meditating
It's been a week
The physiological readings are showing differences bit by bit.
Must be tough to live with strangers for 24/7
Let's not forget living through a heavily regimented routine.
Stress was likely to build up
Communication is the key component
It was no mistake I was unsuccessful in my attempt
Strange how we change
Age and experience brings control
regardless of the circumstances
Im going to sleep well tonight with a clear conscious
The basic requirements for an astronaut
cannot be measured with absolute certainty using test papers.
Good to see an elevated level of stress in the capsule
Who's going to crack first?
From studying the six candidates
I'm getting a sense on who would work well in teams
we're almost out of time
Time to play the green cards
Today, the diagnostic ends
Good night
Thank you
Just a moment Mutta
I was just monitoring your stats
yes
There's a question a want you to answer
Rest assured, Everyone will eventually be asked to do this
Feel free to cut loose and state what is on your mind
Who do you think is suitable to become an astronaut
Answer with your gut instinct
The most suitable person is
Makebe Kenji and
Itou, Sarika
Two?
A combination of both would be perfect
Makebe
conducts himself with impeccable excellence
His weakness resides in respecting the views of others too much
His has a natural ability to lead
Extremely trust worthy
As for the next
Miss itou; her beauty aside
She has a ravenous appetite but knows how to get people to act
Despite being the only female
She doesn't feel out of place nor is she easily irritated, if at all.
The group
Gels well together because of her cheerful disposition
The little guy
hmm..
No..
One moment
how to put this. Furuya
It would appear
in my opinion
each person has their own charm
Mr Fukuda
May look a little frail
But he is, in fact, in good health
After all, he did not come last in the squat exercises.
As for Mizoguchi
The first impression he gave was rather frosty
If you look at his t-shirts, you'd realise he's a Gundam fan
Perhaps he's putting up a front like a character from the show
Furuya
he's interesting
He may appear to be very opinionated
probably because he comes from Kansai
However, he is extremely meticulous
Very clean by nature
Thanks to him, the cabin is spotless.
Guess there's a lot of positive traits to consider
In the end
Everyone has something that'll make them a suitable astronaut
Wonderful
This may be slightly embarrassing
But what everyone here has in common is a strong desire to go to space
That's
just my opinion.
most appreciated
Allow me to give you a personal message
Mutta Hibito
You will receive a green card.
What the hell!
Who would do this?
Im wondering that, myself
Could it be one of the crew members?
undoubtedly, it was from someone standing here.
There are six members
Most likely, it was someone from group B
Are suspecting me?
I can assure you, Im innocent
It's certainly not me
and it's extremely unlikely it's Fukuda
What are your thoughts?
How quick group B are to defend each other.
Don't joke around
If you're going to accuse us
You should, at least, show some evidence
Evidence?
Only our group's work was irrevocably damaged
But group B's project remained miraculously safe.
A rather interesting point to consider, don't you think
Hell, even I child could figure this one out.
Despite that,
you're still mistaken.
There's only so much bullshit I can take.
relax relax
Let's cease this futile arguement
Guys, you've got to cool down
I'm calm
Furuya, let's just cool off first
Itou is good to speak
A week's worth of work; completely trampled
Hey, why don't you pipe up.
well
I guess
There's no point crying over spilled milk
Our only option is to rebuild
Funny how exam conditions makes everyone so wholesome. Like Disney.
hey
I'll never forgive the scumbag who would stoop so low.
That's the only consolation I have.
Why put me in such a compromised position?
Morning. Youre up early.
Only as early as you
thanks
Today's the end
hey, Mutta
Do you think it's someone who undermined their own project?
No idea
Absolutely no idea.
is that so?
perhaps if the underminers should meet
they should shake hands
group B's project is vandalised
merciless. Utterly merciless.
How is this so?
based on yesterday's logic
It must be retaliation from group A
No doubt, Furuya
What did you say?
Don't deny it
Venting your anger. Vengeance is yours, right!
I see
One has to explore all the possibilities.
are you that bitter and self-centred that you had to do this?
You're calling me self-centred, hypocrite
Let's stop this guys
It's even be possible that the true culprit may not be from A or B
There are six of us in this team
Stepping in to play hero again, Makabe?
Whether playing team leader or judge, you just want power.
I never agreed that you were the head of our group
I
I never realised
You keep to yourself and become a lone rebel.
Your too immature to become an astronaut
Right back at you, Shorty.
Doesn't matter how many times I see this
It's amazing
Could we see similar things on Earth if there were no air?
Like this. sure.
But my eyes are getting pretty tired
The mountains over there, they are so clear
If your eyes are tired
I'll wake you up with my UFO story
Maybe Im tired of hearing Hibito's UFO story, too.
I know. But people say
my UFO sounds better on the moon
alright, alright. I'll listen to it.
But once we've found the missing module, ok?
Ok
I'll look for the probe using the manual. Where is it?
It's in the box under your seat.
Thank you
Damian Stop!
What!
Hibito, please report to the video phone room.
Mutta
yes
Please remain calm and listen
While on a lunar rover assignment
Your brother may have had an accident
We've lost contact with him and his partner.
NASA and JAXA are pulling their resources together to find them.
The intelligence is scant.
we are currently reviewing
our satellites to get more detail about the situation
That's the emergency
My apologies for interrupting your exam
If you pull out of the exam, your results will not be affected.
The choice to stay in the capsule or not
is yours.
Do not think of the worst
If it's any comfort
JAXA is well prepared for dealing with this type of scenario
Mutta
I don't know what to say
I can imagine
we'll be working closely with Houston on this
the suits they're wearing should keep them alive for 3 nights, at least.
I'll stay on
Are you sure?
Positive
I'll complete this exam
presently
Even If I leave
There is nothing I can do
I'm powerless to do anything
As it stands
I can't even get into space, yet
I understand and respect your choice.
This matter must not be revealed to the other candidates
We will continue with the capsule test
Understood?
yes
Are you okay Mr. Fukuda?
Im just a little dizzy
Hang in there, the exams almost finished.
Break it now and blame it on your condition
After all, you cannot present work that's accidently broken
Don't let Mr. Fukuda rest.
Now's not the time Mizoguchi
Oh look, the team leader has now become the teacher
Knock it off guys
Im fine
You should rest
It's okay
time's up
group A will give the first presentation
Done!
Mutta, it's finished.
Hey, can't you hear me?
Enough
it's concluded
we're done
I have something to say
I Mutta must say something
What is it?
Nothing, Kenji
It's kind of bleak
To let it end this way
Don't say it Mutta
Don't mention anything about the green card or your screwed.
Everyone
in fact, I
Shut up!
I
When I came out of the video conference
I was just recalling
I once
saw a UFO
UFO
It was on Japans national day that I saw it with my little brother
How can I describe it
It was round like this and flew ultra-fast.
Kind of like a fire fly on steroids
It then flew to the moon and disappeared.
What are you ranting about this time?
After that, I fell in love with space
I would often go to JAXA with my brother to watch the ISS
As long as we looked up, we could probably see it again
but
a short time after
When I started talking about UFO with my classmates
my classmates branded me a liar
my point is
I guess I really enjoyed this exam
It was hard
But it was nice to share this experience
with people who have a similar passion
people who are enthusiastic about astronomy
We
gel well through our love for space
Im sorry
you know
I also grew up being heralded as Frankenstein by my classmates
As a kid, I use to observe the ISS with my dad
I always hoped to come across aliens, too. Good memories
That's a nice story
yeah
in fact, I came here
With the intention of becoming an astronaut
As I wish to conduct medical research on the ISS
Some drugs are easier to produce in space due to weightlessness.
Who knows, the drugs produced may even save many people.
Unfortunately, it was too late for my dad.
I see
I want to go to Mars
Why?
A whole lot of reasons
The challenge, the discoveries, the adventure.
mainly, it's because the place fascinates me
Mars is smaller than Earth
yet when we get their
we would see how mount Olympus is 3 time taller than Everest
In addition, Valles Marineris
would make the Grand Canyon comparable to a crack on the road.
A landscape of red hues
I've got to see it in this life time.
I understand this simple mood
of course, we can't just ignore our desires and give up
Unlike everyone else, Ive attempted becoming an astronaut twice.
It was probably 20 years and 5 years ago
That I also participated in the Astronaut selection test
I've never made it this far before.
but
really
I've always wanted to go to space
A dream Ive harboured since I was a child
I use to work so hard, Id neglect my family
Eventually, my family just got up and left.
Now Im 54yrs old.
Even facing death, I will not renounce my desire.
98
you still have a chance
98
John Glenn was 77yrs old when he went to space
98
Mizoguchi
thank you
We understand, Mutta
You're here because you saw some stupid UFO as a kid
You fluffy hair bastard
Hendrix called. he wants his hair back.
Despite going through his own personal adversity. he can do this?
Perhaps it's the adversity that's the motivating him.
Think what you want
This guy is incredible
Please
keep on moving forward Mutta
Houston, Houston, this is Habito
Houston, Houston!
Shit on a stick
News from Houston
they've detected flair lights from within a canyon
Get the maps up and send it to the main display
Are you
here?
The deepest part of the crater?
Not good
Hopefully, the thermoregulation on their suits is ok
being at the bottom of the crater is not good
In about an hours time, it's going to be -60 degrees Celsius
Estimated time to reach the destination; approximately 50minutes
They're at the bottom of the crater and no sun.
we've got to keep going.
Buddy, stay cool.
we've got to focus, ok? we're doing everything we can.
Damian
Damian
Damian
I can do it
We're going back Damian
wow, it's dazzling
congrats
Excellent. next is the final interview
before that though. Please enjoy the sun.
applause for the candidates
You soldiered on well
congrats
must be hell being so far
You did well.
Very good
It was hard
please be seated
sure
Mutta
must of been
thanks
In the final interview
We are only prepared to through with it, if youre ok
Yes
We don't want to place any unnecessary stress on you
I am ready
All astronauts have to confront this challenge
Mutta
Are you prepared to die?
Big brother
I'm sorry
I understand
is that all?
Very much so
that's it
excuse me
Forgive my troubling you
I lied
In fact,
I don't want to die
I don't
regarding
your question on life and death
I would try to live every last second
Until the very end
I would try to live
I shall replace your answer
at the conclusion of this test
I...
Thank you
Let me conclude this test
by showing my gratitude
for my brother and I
Hibito
You've watched over us since we were kids
but
I've been a hopeless big brother
I have kept a promise to my brother
I've seen the test to the end.
Really
Thank you
Its dj vu
five years ago
I assessed your brother, too
You guys really are brothers
yes
please follow me to the control room
sure
Mutta
bastard
bastard
so
Passing this can't save your life
Hibito
You're not going to be a tragic story
You're not allowed to die!
Hibito
Hibito, hey
Hibito, there's a UFO
Where?
where?
Just kidding
What the hell big brother, I thought it finally appeared.
How'd you sleep Hibito?
I was just resting my eyes
Well, Im glad you're awake again
yeah!
Space quiz!
gorgeous
big brother
If I don't try
I'll die
The next space question is as follows
What was the biggest space news in 1961?
well
Gagarin makes it to space
Correct
what about 1969
that's
Apollo 11 landing on the moon
Hey Big brother, give me an easier one
What happened in 1993?
No idea, how about a clue
the Doha tragedy
When you were born?
correct!!
When was the future astronaut Hibito Nanba born?
in 1996!
Next one
When did the brother promise to become astronauts. national day!
Hibito
Sorry to keep you waiting
No problems
It's time for space
They're going to launch in 2 minutes!
Mutta, quick, look at that
Yes, sir!
(pants)
Hibito
We need to conduct an in-depth investigation
I hear and Obey, Big Brother
An older brother must always walk in front his little brother
July 9, 10.01pm
Discovered a Japanese tree frog in the grass
behind the bamboo shoots near the Metro
Big Brother
Big Brother!
Big Brother!
What are you doing?!
Big Brother, Over there!
What?
Hurry up!
What is it?
That, That!
What is that?!
I don't Know
It's flying to the moon!
Hey, big brother
I...
I've made up my mind. Im going to be become an astronaut and fly to the moon.
Say again?
Big brother, how about you?
I...
I...
I Think I'll
This fall, mission CES-51 will leave for the moon
Our mission is to establish a habitable environment
We'll make longer stays, on the moon, as possible
As you know
The necessary modules and equipment has already been transported
We are now ready
to take the first real steps towards terraforming the moon
With the ability to stay there for an extended period of time
The chances of alien encounter is sure to increase too
Wouldn't you say Captain?
That kind of question really should go to him. He's the expert.
Who? me?
Well...
You are right, I saw a UFO when I was a boy
Please. Don't hold the microphone
Sorry
That was just like the sound the UFO use to communicate
No worries
Anyway, of course the UFO I saw, when I was a boy
is one of the reasons I am here today
But, on the moon, I will be focused on our mission.
That's certain
I would like to ask
Mr. Hibito Namba, on Japan's National Day
What would you say about becoming the first Japanese to land on the Moon?
Yes
The Japanese are particularly reverent about the moon
On behalf of my province, I am very proud
However, When I land on the moon, then I'll
Find the words to tell you. Now is not the time. Apologies.
This model is completely overturned. Im baffled.
What's really the reason for this?
The performance and specifications of the design are optimal
This is rotten, we have our hands tied compared to Namba's predecessors
Namba's predecessors spent a whole five years on this design.
Well gentleman, do not pity me
I was born on the cursed day known as the tragedy of 'dora bora'
The curse even entends to having a boss of limited flexiblity and imagination
He's vindictive and as old and uncompromising as a rusty shutter gate
The United States gives you head space to innovate...
The astronauts are so young these days.
You don't know?
About Namba?
Although it's a secret.
The fact is that
No Way!
They're nothing alike!
What's the gossip?
What? The hell is this?
What is this?
The Aerospace industry is simply a waste of the national budget
reads like a hippie propaganda piece
Look at their idiotic smiles.
While they're playing Rocket man, Japan's international competitiveness has stagnated.
Is it really necessary to go to the Moon?
This is the result
Of ill thought out plans from such a degenerate Era.
These astronauts serve us better by being fireworks.
Director!
You're fired!
What's your problem. Get the hell out!
My ass hurts
jeez, it's killing me
Ah crap...Im stuck in between the butt crack of a black hole.
I used to work in a concept car design company
As a project team leader
I'll be there in 5 minutes
The design philosophy is contained in the Tk11
The crappy boss slandered my name to the entire industry
making it difficult to find employment.
Being too creative can be quite detrimental.
What's with the funny afro?
It also doesn't help when Ive inherited mum's quirks.
Thanks. Hear from you soon.
Happy Birthday to me
Happy Birthday to me
Happy Birthday to me
Happy Birthday to me
Where's Mutta?
Upstairs
In the end...
What am I doing with my life?
Mutta
What?
What are you doing?
I brought you cake.
Hey
The acute angle is a little too narrow
The eldest son should work harder than the father.
I'll find work soon
You've got to try harder!
Mutta, the unemployed
Ah, you've got mail
JAXA
Why would JAXA send me a letter?
hello
he-llo
Ah, Mutta, long time no see.
So how goes it?
I've got nothing.
ah, could it be that they've screened your material?
Congratulation
Just in time. Perfect.
Man, after five years, they just fired you. That sucks.
You're better than them, brother.
So it really was you, out of the blue.
Your destined for better things
Why, ahh
Say again, i can't hear you
I said, why this extra thing?
I know Im a vagrant at the moment.
But being accepted to undergo Astronaut exams is not funny
Who's being funny?
hey
so...
Im into vehicle development
I've been doing it for almost ten years.
you know what I mean?
Cut the bullshit
All in All
Floating in the sky for work is your specialty
My feet are firmly grounded
You don't have to worry about me.
You've totally forgotten
Our promise
promise?
Well, all right.
Do me a favour and listen to the tape July 9, 2006.
Huh?
Bye
Hey, wait
let's go
Really, telling me to do stuff out of the blue.
At 10:01 on July 9
Discovered a Japanese tree frog in the grass behind the bamboo shoots near the Metro
Mutta, there. There!
What's the matter with the recording?
Could it be?
Coincidence?
Hey, Big brother
I...
I've made up my mind. Im going to be become an astronaut and fly to the moon.
huh?
Mutta, how about you?
I...
I...
I think...
If youre going to the moon
Than I would definitely have to go further!
I'm going to mars!
Amazingly ambitious, Mutta!
There has to be a day
When the two of us become astronauts
and
Explore the universe together!
An excellent Idea, Big Brother!
I use to want to become astronaut
We use to go to lectures every day and fill our heads with the universe
But one day, I realised
Only a small number of exceptionally talented people could be accepted.
Being completely ordinary
It's practically impossible for me
This realisation made me run straight back
I made peace with myself
and decided to strive for something a little more realistic.
Hurry, let's go!
We have to photograph the UFO
Yeah! UFO! UFO!
But
UFO UFO
But
I actually
Regretted
not pursuing my dream
Everybody
Thank you for participating in
JAXA's Junior Tour.
Thank you All
Ha, that's including our big sister up there.
Firstly, how about we start off with a little history
JAXA's space centre
The Tsukuba Space Centre covers an area of 530,000 square meters
That's equivalent to an area covering 12 Tokyo Domes
In addition,
JAXA also has pilot training facilities in the International Space Station (ISS)
Japan plays a significant role in commanding and maintaining many cabins and facilities in the ISS.
What's with the commentary?
Hey, who's the afro kid and spiky kid?
They come all the time.
Next
Please watch the history of space travel developed by VTR
great, please take over
Hey, you are not allowed to record in here!
But big sister, we want to be good knowledgeable adults
Perhaps, one day, we could even help JAXA
Please oblige
OK, Just this one time. Don't tell anyone.
Score!
Yuri Gagarin
Assist JAXA? What a joke.
With their attitudes, Im certain they can become astronauts.
yes
I think that one must be physically and mentally resilient to become an astronaut.
Im fit and learn quickly. If selected, I will give my all
For JAXA
I stand corrected; for the world and the National Space Development Agency.
Good. Times almost up.
If there are no other questions
Forgive me, I have one more question
I don't mean to be the bad guy but
Hibitos your brother.
He's considered extremely talented and charismatic
It seems that you're trying to catch up
How do you this playing out in the media?
In this regard
Im certain people would ask me so I spent three days and nights thinking for an answer
I wrote my answer down
If it pleases you, may I read?
Sadly, time escapes us.
Allow me to recommend a more efficient way of doing this
that's a tad harsh, no?
The answers a bit
it goes against Japanese values
He's filled with a sense of inferiority compared to his brother? hmm...
Seems to be that he's running out of patience.
Wait
The facts
The bolt on the chair is tight again.
Want me to explain?
In the morning I loosened the screw
I pulled a little NASA prank
I assumed this would go unnoticed by the participants.
During the interview, He was fiddling with the screw
hmm, short attention span.
Or you could interpret it as
An excellent instinct for machinery
Wouldn't you agree?
I tip my hat to you
Aerospace research and development institutions
Commonly known as JAXA
After a lapse of five years, They placed an ad for recruitment.
They managed to attract a total of 789 people; me included.
Through interviewing the applicants, they culled the numbers down to 45 people.
Now, we're into the second round of exams.
Good. Stop calculating.
Next, please wear the oxygen mask
excuse me
that's, ah
Im sorry, Im a little nervous
no problem
Twenty-seven thousand feet above sea level
Twenty-eight thousand feet above sea level
My Name is Mutta
Excuse me
How can I help?
umm...
Mr Habito
Yes
Is your brother Hibito Nanba the astronaut?
He's the brother of Hibito?!
You don't know?
He's a very well-known candidate
I see
I see, indeed.
being the brother of the first Japanese going to the Moon is a big deal.
It's no big deal.
Must be nice to have an advantage.
You must of had some really handy tips on the exam content.
Your brother could probably influence the examiners
He would do no such thing.
How naive do you think we are?
This conversation is a bit rude
In addition, I don't think these exams are easy.
You should play your games elsewhere.
Hello Mr. Hibito
My name is Makabe Kenji. 31yrs old.
we're the same age, please to meet you.
call me Mutta
Do you think that at this stage the best scores
Belong to the two impertinent youngsters?
No, I think it's the lady
Good call
Serika Itou's her name
Her physical fitness and English speech was ranked highly
I think the examiners hold her in high regards
Impressive
Anyway
After the little breathing exercise, I suspect only 6-7 participants are left.
Talk about brutal
Hey, Kenji
Yeah?
how did you answer 'that' question?
Which one?
The second interview
'Tell us something new you've discovered about yourself'?
A tricky one
It's like coming across a book Ive never read
A simple fictional storybook
And when you read it with your two year old daughter
You feel an opportunity to create something wonderful
Regardless of the story, you really start to get into it
In short, as long as you're reading without prejudice
The story and the task will bring new stimulation, perspective and experience
A found the selection process to be very similar to this.
Mutta, How did you answer it?
Well
It was quite tricky
'something new you've discovered about yourself'
That using shampoo significantly reduces the itch on the scalp
I was then excused.
It's like being rejected by a girl
Farewell JAXA
Speak of the devil
Hello
Hello Mutta, how goes the second round?
I think it's making my scalp itch
How do you mean?
Im sure you did well
well... ah...
If I fall, I shall rise again to fight twice as hard
admirable words Big Brother
hey, do you want to come to NASA?
NASA?
Yeah, NASA
So this must be famous Apo
Yes
A spiritual place
Welcome to the sacred grounds
You're living quite well
Well
I'm only renting, so it many not feel the same as Our home in Japan.
what's up?
nothing
Was Apo's name taken from the Apollo missions?
Hey Pup
It must be nice
To grow up with such little stress
A life untouched by the hands of a tragedian
let's hope so
Apo the adorable
Hey
The curtains are unhooked
Twilight drops her curtain down, and pins it with a star.
What's this?
On the plus side, your saving on the water bill.
hey, the price tag is still on this
All fixed.
Very observant of you to instantly detect the defects.
hmm
You're too sloppy
(grunts)
unbelievable, this guy is going to the moon in week and yet neglects his chores
Mutta
Heads up
Impressive
It's beautiful out here.
All you need now is a blond bombshell of a girlfriend
Love to but Ive got no time to spare.
Such is life.
How many years has it been since when we last observed the skies
I can't remember
What are you doing?
Imitating Tom Hanks
He did it in Apollo 13
Oh yeah. Yeah!
Three hundred eighty-four thousand kilometres from the Earth
it's not a walk to the corner shop.
I can't believe my little brother is actually going
It must be an incredible feeling.
You sound as if you didn't do too well in the exams.
hmm...
To tell you the truth
Im predicting the demise of my space career.
In hindsight, there were things I could have done better
As of late, I predict the probability of my going to the moon
To be less than 1/384,000
You may not realise
But my space travel ambitions diverted years ago
Im beginning to suspect my fate has further distance itself from the moon.
Big Brother, enough bull shit
Let me find the words
hmm...
You're strong
But you don't seem to realise how strong you really are.
As a child
What are you talking about
The topics we had as kids are not the same as now.
just listen
You know, Im here now
because of you
You've been pushing me for 19 years
The two of us observing the night sky
I know
You're asking for a beating
My classmates have been saying that you've seen a UFO
He said you were bragging out loud with your afro swinging back and forth.
It's lies, right?
Hurry up and answer
I was...
Say it already
Was it not my friend who was talking about the UFO?
i think there was a miscommunication...
big brother, you coming out?
Not today
But Mutta, we've got to take a photo of the UFO to prove it to our classmates.
There's a chance our classmates will still not believe.
A photo doesn't lie.
Listen, on Japans national day
We undoubtedly saw a UFO
I concur
Hold this belief, tightly, in your heart, ok?
yeah!
The depressurised environment is stable. Get ready to work.
We have a vacuum
A vacuum is formed.
ok, Hibito, buddy
let's start the oxygen scarcity simulation
Copy
Checking EMU operation conditions
Main tank: empty
Back up tank: 2 minutes worth of oxygen remaining.
Attempting connections between EMU
Connect it from blue to red
Damn it!
What's this?
This is..
Although I am reluctant
NASA has advised us to complete our will as part of protocol
I want to tell my big brother one thing
It took me 19yrs to reach my goal
I am certain that you'll fly, too.
Unfortunately,
It's seems I've died before you get this message
Big Brother
Even in death
I'll be waiting in space for your arrival
So that we can see the stars together again.
Hibito
Today, we're about to witness a true leap for man kind
as everybody knows on the surface of the moon
There is no air or water
And certainly no chance of survival
The challenge of building any kind of moon base
is probably the most ambitious project in the history of science
In this mission
All our eyes are on Hibito Nanba
The samurai boy will be the youngest person ever
to walk on the moon And Japans first
On this beautiful day in Florida we are now together
the people here, in Japan and all over the world
Excuse me, excuse me.
Mutta!
Mutta!Mutta!Mutta!
Hey Hey, he told me to tell you
That this spot is the best
for the interview
Isn't that great, honey!
Hibito
Hibito!
Hibito!
Hibito!
Hibito
Hibito
Thank you
Sorry, apologies.
Hibito
Hibito
I'll be back soon guys.
You're going to be 11 stones on the moon! eat well!
Don't forget
please look after Apo
Apo's a good dog.
Your embarrassing us, dad
Big Brother, Don't forget
huh?
forget?
Of course I won't forget
So
Im just giving you a head start. I'll see you in space. believe it!
Don't chip your tooth whilst on the ride!
My brother
Right. Apo
Dad, where's Apo?
Apo, Apo!
Apo!
my dog!
Hibito!
Hibito, we'll take of everything
Apo!
Apo!
Wait for me
Apo
what are you doing?
Apo
Wait, Apo!
Give me a break
What's with the sudden walk!
Hey, you come up here broccoli
Don't just stand there.
You want to see the lift off, right?
climb up the ladder, there
What the hell.
Mister
old man
I'm very sorry
I don't have time to hang out with you
just a minute
You know we live one life
you can't play around with two
you following me, broccoli
now look at what you can see
amazing!
This use to be the control tower
way back, before the Apollo missions.
in the beginning; it was just small unmanned rockets.
You just made a choice you'll never regret
My little brother is in there.
but I...I have so many different feelings
I just don't know how I should look up at that rocket
I've been
feeling everything, looking at that guy.
So kid, tell me, that big rocket over there.
You know what powers it? what lifts it up?
The heart of the people. that's real power
It's the courage of the astronauts
Every rocket on every single mission
so full of passion and determination. And then, all the tireless people on the ground
Every single one of them, an expert
So proud. So full of knowledge
Then think of all of those people out there watching
Full of hope and prayer. Respect.
That's what ignites. That's what catches fire inside and then explodes.
and lifts that 2000 tonnes of metal into space
So that thing that's bothering you. it's stirring inside. That confusion
Well it's just helping lift that rocket a little higher
feel better
I don't know
Thanks, I guess.
So who are you?
Im just an old man who took a stroll
on the moon a long long time ago.
Enough of that, it's about to lift off
we have lift off!
Go
Go
Go!
Go!
Congratulations
Hibito
ok guys, are you ready?
This is it
alright, let's do it!
welcome to space Hibito
Into
outer space
Out of this world.
okay everybody, let's go to the moon
Tadashi, we are trying
to come to a consensus
Sawaki seems to have 2 more votes than Mutta.
Majority rule isn't always right
It's just two votes. The candidates should be discussed further.
two additional votes is still a majority.
Our data also highlights the strength and weaknesses of each candidate
Values processed by the computer doesn't guarantee the better candidate.
After all, a program is limited by what it cannot measure.
Are you suggesting the programs we have used are all for naught?
Why are you so obsessed with Mutta?
it's something I can't clearly articulate
But it's almost destiny that it should happen.
Imagine: two brothers in Space
pardon the intrusion
But I must attest for him
From my experience, Mutta Hibito's passion for space is insurmountable
As a child; he and Namba would attend all of JAXA's presentation.
Also, imagine The world's first space brothers
Exploring the moon together; I vote for Mutta!
All the way!
Hey
sadly, She's not apart of this committee
Indeed. Ms Yuan does not have the right to vote.
ok Hibito, it's rolling.
you ready?
This is going all over Japan
You better look cool coming down that ladder
This is a step for man
But a giant step for mankind
Neil Armstrong proclaimed those famous words.
When he was on the moon 56 years ago.
Since ancient times, the moon has held great reverence to the Japanese
I can't believe it
unbelievable
I've got to tell him the good news.
Oh
Apo seems optimistic about the news
You can use it as it is. Image reception is still good
Copy
Right
yeah!
look at him go!
wait. wait. wait.
Hell of an entrance. Yeah!
Hibito's first step is well received
On the day of the first Japan to land on the moon
his entrance could be described as energetic and youthful
A bold entrance!
What was that?
Our very own lunar rabbit is hopping around
Excellent. Excellent!
incredible!
Please enter
immaculate
hey, check it out
It's obviously a sealed environment but there are windows
A nice touch
We're now floating in space
Yes, where there's a lack of oxygen and gravity
You sound like a talkative fellow. And you wear your heart on your sleeve, too.
Furuya's the name
We should be cautious of what we say
This is an exam
Our actions will be monitored by the command centre.
That includes what we say.
The test has begun
Please
Let's give them the first challenge.
I concur
Your attention please
Please observe the screen
This cabin
is self sufficient and is design for long term space travel.
You will spend ten days in here
And undergo numerous tasks.
A careful note: the air pressure in this cabin
is set at 0.8atm
Please pay attention to any abnormal physical conditions.
The wrist bracelet you are wearing
must never be removed
Consider it a lucky charm
imbued with the power to guarantee your safety
It's recording our physiology
and allows them insight into our psychology
Lastly,
You will vote for the top three candidates at the end of this exercise
Only three will be able to pass.
During your stay you will be given free time
feel free to spend it any way you like
We're being observed like chimps
Guess that's the instructions
what shall we do first?
Let's formally introduce ourselves
good idea
An exceptional idea
By understanding each other, we can function better as a team
Let's start with Mizoguchi
It doesn't matter
Makebe
To summarise
I'm not here to play games and make friends.
I thought we all had an opportunity to win
He has a point
Do I look a little pale?
tasty
What's up?
thanks for the meal
A friendly reminder
You have 15 minutes to complete breakfast
at 0730 please be prepared
to receive instructions on today's task.
end of announcement.
A day in the confined capsule of M8
directives are being issued every 15 minutes.
Talk about micro management.
Dude, it's all white!
This puzzle is sadistic
Logical thinking
Spatial cognition
reasoning analysis
They're all being tested!
Eat. Sleep. Work.
It seems we're all keeping to ourselves
What a dreary state of affair.
it seems the rules and tasks are intended to foster competition.
Our results for each task were also recorded.
It's taxing my eyes
I know what you mean.
Oh crap, I lost my position
Shit on a stick!
The most unbearable task is the log at the end of the day.
Good night
Good night
I'll turn off the lights.
much obliged
Let's see. Log column
I suspect the most intense moment will be when we have to collate the scores
A group battle?
Group A, please to work with you
Please to work with you
Likewise
let's work hard together
Pleased to be working with you
Pleasure's all mine.
Try your best!
hmm..
What surprises are installed for us this time?
What's inside
Open it and see
Yes. let's!
What the?
Hey, what's this?
Model kits?
There are heaps
Looks like fun
Today's task is as follows
As a group, design a 2035 lunar surface facility.
Please draw on technical experience and imagination
The facility is designed to last over ten years
In addition, write an instruction manual of your design.
Be prepared to dedicate 1-4hours a day on this task.
On the last day, you will be asked to give a speech on the designs
Firstly
let's have a look at our inventory
hmm.
We'll leave the box on the side of this table.
good
A lunar surface facility, they say...
Im a little excited by this assignment
agreed
Let's work together and make the best lunar surface facility!
agreed
yes
Houston, Houston, this is Hibito
KU activated, the cables are exchanged.
Now complete.
Roger that. Hibito always at full throttle
it's just that I really enjoy this
I've spent five years training for this moment
I hear you
The whole time we did emergency simulations
You know, I hope we get lost in space or something
That way, I can really test my skills
come on buddy. bad joke
Yeah, of course it's a bad joke
The gravity up here makes it a real possibility
Yes
You've got to come and see the scenery
Fukuda's meditating
It's been a week
The physiological readings are showing differences bit by bit.
Must be tough to live with strangers for 24/7
Let's not forget living through a heavily regimented routine.
Stress was likely to build up
Communication is the key component
It was no mistake I was unsuccessful in my attempt
Strange how we change
Age and experience brings control
regardless of the circumstances
Im going to sleep well tonight with a clear conscious
The basic requirements for an astronaut
cannot be measured with absolute certainty using test papers.
Good to see an elevated level of stress in the capsule
Who's going to crack first?
From studying the six candidates
I'm getting a sense on who would work well in teams
we're almost out of time
Time to play the green cards
Today, the diagnostic ends
Good night
Thank you
Just a moment Mutta
I was just monitoring your stats
yes
There's a question a want you to answer
Rest assured, Everyone will eventually be asked to do this
Feel free to cut loose and state what is on your mind
Who do you think is suitable to become an astronaut
Answer with your gut instinct
The most suitable person is
Makebe Kenji and
Itou, Sarika
Two?
A combination of both would be perfect
Makebe
conducts himself with impeccable excellence
His weakness resides in respecting the views of others too much
His has a natural ability to lead
Extremely trust worthy
As for the next
Miss itou; her beauty aside
She has a ravenous appetite but knows how to get people to act
Despite being the only female
She doesn't feel out of place nor is she easily irritated, if at all.
The group
Gels well together because of her cheerful disposition
The little guy
hmm..
No..
One moment
how to put this. Furuya
It would appear
in my opinion
each person has their own charm
Mr Fukuda
May look a little frail
But he is, in fact, in good health
After all, he did not come last in the squat exercises.
As for Mizoguchi
The first impression he gave was rather frosty
If you look at his t-shirts, you'd realise he's a Gundam fan
Perhaps he's putting up a front like a character from the show
Furuya
he's interesting
He may appear to be very opinionated
probably because he comes from Kansai
However, he is extremely meticulous
Very clean by nature
Thanks to him, the cabin is spotless.
Guess there's a lot of positive traits to consider
In the end
Everyone has something that'll make them a suitable astronaut
Wonderful
This may be slightly embarrassing
But what everyone here has in common is a strong desire to go to space
That's
just my opinion.
most appreciated
Allow me to give you a personal message
Mutta Hibito
You will receive a green card.
What the hell!
Who would do this?
Im wondering that, myself
Could it be one of the crew members?
undoubtedly, it was from someone standing here.
There are six members
Most likely, it was someone from group B
Are suspecting me?
I can assure you, Im innocent
It's certainly not me
and it's extremely unlikely it's Fukuda
What are your thoughts?
How quick group B are to defend each other.
Don't joke around
If you're going to accuse us
You should, at least, show some evidence
Evidence?
Only our group's work was irrevocably damaged
But group B's project remained miraculously safe.
A rather interesting point to consider, don't you think
Hell, even I child could figure this one out.
Despite that,
you're still mistaken.
There's only so much bullshit I can take.
relax relax
Let's cease this futile arguement
Guys, you've got to cool down
I'm calm
Furuya, let's just cool off first
Itou is good to speak
A week's worth of work; completely trampled
Hey, why don't you pipe up.
well
I guess
There's no point crying over spilled milk
Our only option is to rebuild
Funny how exam conditions makes everyone so wholesome. Like Disney.
hey
I'll never forgive the scumbag who would stoop so low.
That's the only consolation I have.
Why put me in such a compromised position?
Morning. Youre up early.
Only as early as you
thanks
Today's the end
hey, Mutta
Do you think it's someone who undermined their own project?
No idea
Absolutely no idea.
is that so?
perhaps if the underminers should meet
they should shake hands
group B's project is vandalised
merciless. Utterly merciless.
How is this so?
based on yesterday's logic
It must be retaliation from group A
No doubt, Furuya
What did you say?
Don't deny it
Venting your anger. Vengeance is yours, right!
I see
One has to explore all the possibilities.
are you that bitter and self-centred that you had to do this?
You're calling me self-centred, hypocrite
Let's stop this guys
It's even be possible that the true culprit may not be from A or B
There are six of us in this team
Stepping in to play hero again, Makabe?
Whether playing team leader or judge, you just want power.
I never agreed that you were the head of our group
I
I never realised
You keep to yourself and become a lone rebel.
Your too immature to become an astronaut
Right back at you, Shorty.
Doesn't matter how many times I see this
It's amazing
Could we see similar things on Earth if there were no air?
Like this. sure.
But my eyes are getting pretty tired
The mountains over there, they are so clear
If your eyes are tired
I'll wake you up with my UFO story
Maybe Im tired of hearing Hibito's UFO story, too.
I know. But people say
my UFO sounds better on the moon
alright, alright. I'll listen to it.
But once we've found the missing module, ok?
Ok
I'll look for the probe using the manual. Where is it?
It's in the box under your seat.
Thank you
Damian Stop!
What!
Hibito, please report to the video phone room.
Mutta
yes
Please remain calm and listen
While on a lunar rover assignment
Your brother may have had an accident
We've lost contact with him and his partner.
NASA and JAXA are pulling their resources together to find them.
The intelligence is scant.
we are currently reviewing
our satellites to get more detail about the situation
That's the emergency
My apologies for interrupting your exam
If you pull out of the exam, your results will not be affected.
The choice to stay in the capsule or not
is yours.
Do not think of the worst
If it's any comfort
JAXA is well prepared for dealing with this type of scenario
Mutta
I don't know what to say
I can imagine
we'll be working closely with Houston on this
the suits they're wearing should keep them alive for 3 nights, at least.
I'll stay on
Are you sure?
Positive
I'll complete this exam
presently
Even If I leave
There is nothing I can do
I'm powerless to do anything
As it stands
I can't even get into space, yet
I understand and respect your choice.
This matter must not be revealed to the other candidates
We will continue with the capsule test
Understood?
yes
Are you okay Mr. Fukuda?
Im just a little dizzy
Hang in there, the exams almost finished.
Break it now and blame it on your condition
After all, you cannot present work that's accidently broken
Don't let Mr. Fukuda rest.
Now's not the time Mizoguchi
Oh look, the team leader has now become the teacher
Knock it off guys
Im fine
You should rest
It's okay
time's up
group A will give the first presentation
Done!
Mutta, it's finished.
Hey, can't you hear me?
Enough
it's concluded
we're done
I have something to say
I Mutta must say something
What is it?
Nothing, Kenji
It's kind of bleak
To let it end this way
Don't say it Mutta
Don't mention anything about the green card or your screwed.
Everyone
in fact, I
Shut up!
I
When I came out of the video conference
I was just recalling
I once
saw a UFO
UFO
It was on Japans national day that I saw it with my little brother
How can I describe it
It was round like this and flew ultra-fast.
Kind of like a fire fly on steroids
It then flew to the moon and disappeared.
What are you ranting about this time?
After that, I fell in love with space
I would often go to JAXA with my brother to watch the ISS
As long as we looked up, we could probably see it again
but
a short time after
When I started talking about UFO with my classmates
my classmates branded me a liar
my point is
I guess I really enjoyed this exam
It was hard
But it was nice to share this experience
with people who have a similar passion
people who are enthusiastic about astronomy
We
gel well through our love for space
Im sorry
you know
I also grew up being heralded as Frankenstein by my classmates
As a kid, I use to observe the ISS with my dad
I always hoped to come across aliens, too. Good memories
That's a nice story
yeah
in fact, I came here
With the intention of becoming an astronaut
As I wish to conduct medical research on the ISS
Some drugs are easier to produce in space due to weightlessness.
Who knows, the drugs produced may even save many people.
Unfortunately, it was too late for my dad.
I see
I want to go to Mars
Why?
A whole lot of reasons
The challenge, the discoveries, the adventure.
mainly, it's because the place fascinates me
Mars is smaller than Earth
yet when we get their
we would see how mount Olympus is 3 time taller than Everest
In addition, Valles Marineris
would make the Grand Canyon comparable to a crack on the road.
A landscape of red hues
I've got to see it in this life time.
I understand this simple mood
of course, we can't just ignore our desires and give up
Unlike everyone else, Ive attempted becoming an astronaut twice.
It was probably 20 years and 5 years ago
That I also participated in the Astronaut selection test
I've never made it this far before.
but
really
I've always wanted to go to space
A dream Ive harboured since I was a child
I use to work so hard, Id neglect my family
Eventually, my family just got up and left.
Now Im 54yrs old.
Even facing death, I will not renounce my desire.
98
you still have a chance
98
John Glenn was 77yrs old when he went to space
98
Mizoguchi
thank you
We understand, Mutta
You're here because you saw some stupid UFO as a kid
You fluffy hair bastard
Hendrix called. he wants his hair back.
Despite going through his own personal adversity. he can do this?
Perhaps it's the adversity that's the motivating him.
Think what you want
This guy is incredible
Please
keep on moving forward Mutta
Houston, Houston, this is Habito
Houston, Houston!
Shit on a stick
News from Houston
they've detected flair lights from within a canyon
Get the maps up and send it to the main display
Are you
here?
The deepest part of the crater?
Not good
Hopefully, the thermoregulation on their suits is ok
being at the bottom of the crater is not good
In about an hours time, it's going to be -60 degrees Celsius
Estimated time to reach the destination; approximately 50minutes
They're at the bottom of the crater and no sun.
we've got to keep going.
Buddy, stay cool.
we've got to focus, ok? we're doing everything we can.
Damian
Damian
Damian
I can do it
We're going back Damian
wow, it's dazzling
congrats
Excellent. next is the final interview
before that though. Please enjoy the sun.
applause for the candidates
You soldiered on well
congrats
must be hell being so far
You did well.
Very good
It was hard
please be seated
sure
Mutta
must of been
thanks
In the final interview
We are only prepared to through with it, if youre ok
Yes
We don't want to place any unnecessary stress on you
I am ready
All astronauts have to confront this challenge
Mutta
Are you prepared to die?
Big brother
I'm sorry
I understand
is that all?
Very much so
that's it
excuse me
Forgive my troubling you
I lied
In fact,
I don't want to die
I don't
regarding
your question on life and death
I would try to live every last second
Until the very end
I would try to live
I shall replace your answer
at the conclusion of this test
I...
Thank you
Let me conclude this test
by showing my gratitude
for my brother and I
Hibito
You've watched over us since we were kids
but
I've been a hopeless big brother
I have kept a promise to my brother
I've seen the test to the end.
Really
Thank you
Its dj vu
five years ago
I assessed your brother, too
You guys really are brothers
yes
please follow me to the control room
sure
Mutta
bastard
bastard
so
Passing this can't save your life
Hibito
You're not going to be a tragic story
You're not allowed to die!
Hibito
Hibito, hey
Hibito, there's a UFO
Where?
where?
Just kidding
What the hell big brother, I thought it finally appeared.
How'd you sleep Hibito?
I was just resting my eyes
Well, Im glad you're awake again
yeah!
Space quiz!
gorgeous
big brother
If I don't try
I'll die
The next space question is as follows
What was the biggest space news in 1961?
well
Gagarin makes it to space
Correct
what about 1969
that's
Apollo 11 landing on the moon
Hey Big brother, give me an easier one
What happened in 1993?
No idea, how about a clue
the Doha tragedy
When you were born?
correct!!
When was the future astronaut Hibito Nanba born?
in 1996!
Next one
When did the brother promise to become astronauts. national day!
Hibito
Sorry to keep you waiting
No problems
It's time for space
They're going to launch in 2 minutes!
Mutta, quick, look at that