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How I Became a Cosmonaut

How a regular guy's aspiration to become a cosmonaut came true

We often see cosmonauts as strong and successful, drawn to a life devoted to this profession. But what sacrifices do they make to turn that dream into reality? How long does it take to earn their first flight? The film tells the story of Konstantin Borisov, a Russian cosmonaut. Growing up surrounded by test pilots, he harboured a dream of flying into space. Although Konstantin ended up in a profession related to economics and big data, he never let go of his most cherished dream and did everything possible to edge closer to it. Watch our new documentary to unveil the challenging journey of a dreamer aspiring to be a cosmonaut and the obstacles he must overcome to achieve his long-awaited first spaceflight!

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Published: 27 December 2023 12:00

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