Alright, so I already thought NASA’s use of the web to distribute info and updates on the Phoenix Mars Lander has been pretty cool, but I have to wonder if they went a little too far on this one.  What do you think? [Comedic handrail: Brightkite.com]

The first few glimpses I’ve seen from the Phoenix Mars Lander have been fascinating, as well as all the background info and commentary about the mission that’s up on the official site.  As previously indicated, NASA has really outdone itself, borrowing a few pages from Hollywood’s playbook for the whole presentation and production.   Of [...]