A feature documentary about the new era of searching for life in the universe

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“Fear helps us avoid danger…but when it makes us shrink back from our essential nature of being an exploratory species, that’s when it hurts us.”

SPEAKING FOR EARTH is a new Feature Documentary following the world’s leading expert in interstellar communication, Douglas Vakoch. For decades, he has worked towards his dream of sending messages into the stars with the hope of connecting with another intelligent civilization. Follow the historic journey, filled with complex risks and challenges, in hopes of unlocking a new era of exploration.

About The Film

THE IMPACT

It’s outside-the-box thinking that often makes the biggest impact for humankind; the moonshot projects that have might seem impossible, but that could create major impact if successful. It’s this kind of thinking that we hope to inspire with SPEAKING FOR EARTH.

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Two Exciting Additions

We recently got two AMAZING people on board our film. Co-host of “Radiolab” Latif Nasser, and “Huge if True” science journalist Cleo Abram. We interviewed both of these incredible journalists to be part of our panel of expert interviewees. Their insight into what it could mean to send signals into the cosmos was a perfect addition to the film. Not only are Latif and Cleo filled with expert opinion, but they also are both wonderfully charming people. Their personality in front of the camera (as fwell as behind the scenes) is an absolute joy. We couldn’t be more honored for these two to lend their voices for the film. You can get a glimpse of them in our newest trailer!

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THE FILMMAKERS

  • Cody Ball | Director

    Cody is an Emmy winning director and cinematographer based in Brooklyn, NY. His documentary style is guided by the desire for context, heart, and intimacy.

    He has lensed documentaries for Netflix, BBC, Vice, Paramount+, PBS, & Vox, and has screened his work at film festivals across the US and UK.

    SPEAKING FOR EARTH grew out of an endless fascination and respect for the people at the forefront of science and discovery.

  • Carter Oakley | Producer

    Carter is a documentary producer and founder of Redins and leads creative at Entertainment to Affect Change.

    His debut feature documentary, OTHER SIDE, premiered at SXSW in 2025 and reflects his ability to find trust and honesty in life’s most difficult moments. His work on end-of-life has also been featured in the New York Times.

    With SPEAKING FOR EARTH, he continues to ask what it means to be human.

  • Owen Kibby | Cinematographer

    From large-scale productions to intimate character-driven stories, Owen is drawn to projects that challenge him to find the most compelling ways to tell a story.

    His commitment to strong visuals, authenticity, and craftsmanship has led to work with Netflix, Showtime, the BBC, and many more.

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