Moon Man

In a desperate bid to save Earth from an asteroid, humanity's last hope lies in a scientific mission to the moon. However, a solar flare leaves astronaut 'Fire King' (Shen Teng) stranded, becoming the sole survivor on the desolate lunar surface. Believing he is the last man on Earth, he uses his newfound solitude to indulge in his dreams, only to discover that Earth is still inhabited and he is being watched.

Moon Man was a massive commercial success in China, becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 2022. Critically, it received a mixed to positive reception, with praise for its visual effects and comedic performances, particularly from lead Shen Teng, but some criticism for its plot predictability and uneven tone.

• Praised for its ambitious visual effects and grand scale.

• Shen Teng's comedic timing and performance were highlighted as a major strength.

• Some reviewers found the plot to be formulaic and the blend of comedy and drama to be inconsistent.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally reflect the film's box office success, with many viewers enjoying the spectacle and humor. Positive comments often cite the film's creativity and Shen Teng's star power as key draws, while some expressed that the story could have been more original.

The film's extensive visual effects were created by multiple VFX studios, including the renowned Base FX, and involved complex CGI to bring the lunar environment and the titular 'Moon Man' to life.