Fly Me to the Moon

Cole Davis

AKA

Apollo 11 Flight Director

Launch Director

Mission Launch Director

NASA Employee

Character Profile

In the midst of the bustling fervor of the late 1960s, when America stood on the precipice of its greatest technological leap, Cole Davis emerges as a quintessential emblem of the era’s male archetype. A character caught between duty and desire, he is portrayed as a heroic but occasionally bumbling figure tasked with the monumental responsibility of launching Apollo 11, the mission that promises to etch its place in history. As a fictional depiction inspired by the real-life Gene Kranz, Davis encapsulated both the intensity of monumental expectations and the palpable human connection that rooted those in mission control to a cause greater than themselves.

He was a blend of technical proficiency and emotional diligence, navigating the turbulent waters of political expectation and personal aspiration. The weight of past failures, notably the Apollo 1 tragedy, pressed heavily on both his shoulders and spirit, compelling him to wrestle with the ghosts of previous missions while striving to achieve the impossible. His journey, marked by the interplay of stoicism and emotional depth, reflected the intricate dance of teamwork, fear, and ambition, culminating in a dream that united a nation amidst the complexities of a workspace alive with tensions and aspirations.

Credits

Channing Tatum as Cole Davis

Person Fly Me to the Moon

Personality Traits

Intensely dedicated and responsible.
Strong leader who values teamwork and accountability.
Conflicted, as his personal beliefs clash with the demands of his job.
Charismatic but occasionally clumsy, navigating both internal and external pressures.
A blend of stoicism and emotional depth, especially under pressure.

Key Roles

Flight Director of Apollo 11
Mission Launch Director at NASA
Collaborator with marketing personnel during the Apollo program
Crisis manager during public relations obstacles
Leader of mission control during the Space Race

Relationships

Kelly Jones

A marketing maven whose improvisational skills challenge Davis' methodical approach, resulting in both conflict and unexpected understanding as they navigate public relations challenges together.

Profile

Moe Berkus

Cole’s superior who often imposes pressure and expectations that challenge Cole’s leadership and ethics.

The American Public

The collective opinion that pressures Cole to adapt and reconsider how NASA presents itself to the world amidst historical stakes.

NASA team members

A group of dedicated individuals who share the pressures and triumphs of the Apollo project, symbolizing a collective endeavor in the pursuit of greatness.

The Apollo astronauts

The brave men launching into unknown territory, embodying the risks Davis and his team are responsible for managing.

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Fly Me to the Moon

Sparks fly in all directions as marketing maven Kelly Jones, brought in to fix NASA's public image, wreaks havoc on Apollo 11 launch director Cole Davis' already difficult task of putting a man on the moon. When the White House deems the mission too important to fail, Jones is directed to stage a fake moon...

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