At its most basic premise, “Hidden Figures” is the story of three African American women whose contributions to Nasa remained an unknown story for far too long. But beneath this umbrella plot are smaller stories that add to the importance and support of the main narrative. While the film arguably centers specifically on the work and perseverance of Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), it is the stories of Mary Jackson (Janelle Monáe) and Dorothy Vaughn (Octavia Spencer) that bolster the meaning behind “Hidden Figures” and creates a more dynamic, meaningful message for audiences.
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