Pax Americana: The Weaponization of Space
Politics
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1h 23m
The dream of Wernher von Braun—space-based rule—is now reality. With space weaponization possible, a booming industry, and global competition, PAX AMERICANA investigates: Are weapons already orbiting? Can treaties prevent war? Must the world accept a single space super-cop? Featuring generals, analysts, and activists, this documentary reveals the high-stakes battle for the final frontier.
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