Houston, We Have a Problem (With This Question)
So, you wanna know why Houston's in the blind? Well, buckle up, space cowboy, because we're about to embark on a cosmic journey through the depths of cinematic brilliance (or lack thereof, depending on your perspective).
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The Blind Leading the Blind(ed by Debris)
Let's get one thing straight: Houston isn't actually blind. It's a city, for crying out loud! It has plenty of eyes, probably more than you do after binge-watching your favorite show. No, the term "Houston in the blind" is a dramatic cry for help from the depths of space.
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It comes from the movie Gravity, a cinematic masterpiece that's about as accurate to space travel as a cardboard spaceship. In this film, our intrepid astronauts are floating around in the great unknown, having a lovely chat with Houston, Texas, home of NASA. But then, bam, space debris happens and suddenly, Houston is "in the blind," meaning they're out of communication.
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So, Why the Dramatics?
You might be wondering, "Why on Earth would they keep talking to Houston if they can't hear them?" Well, it's a classic case of hope springs eternal. Plus, it makes for a more intense movie when the characters are desperately trying to reach someone, anyone, in the vast emptiness of space.
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Houston, We Have a Conclusion
So, there you have it. Houston isn't actually blind, and it's not a metaphor for anything deep and meaningful. It's just a dramatic device used in a movie about astronauts who are having a really bad day.
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But hey, at least it gave us a catchy phrase.
How-To Questions and Quick Answers
- How to survive in space: Don't. It's cold, lonely, and there's no Wi-Fi.
- How to become an astronaut: Be really smart, really fit, and really patient. Oh, and don't be afraid of heights.
- How to watch Gravity without crying: Good luck with that.
- How to avoid space debris: Stay on Earth. It's safer.
- How to appreciate the beauty of space: Watch a documentary instead of a disaster movie.
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