In the brief but profound documentary The Astronaut is Unimpressed, the vast, silent theater of space exploration meets the wry, terrestrial perspective of cultural critic Lewis Lapham. Directed by Luke Poling, this five-minute film presents a captivating collision of imagery and intellect, as Lapham provides a running, sardonic commentary on archival footage of astronauts and their monumental missions. The central tension arises not from the dangers of space, but from the stark contrast between humanity's awe at its own cosmic achievements and Lapham's unflinching, often humorous, analysis of their earthly significance. With a tone that is both contemplative and subtly subversive, the film invites viewers on a short journey to reconsider the narratives we build around our heroes and our history, all through the lens of one deeply Lewis Lapham unimpressed observer.