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Moon
At a party, a girl is bitten by a vampire. A young man finds her unconscious and brings her to his home. But the bite does not go away, besides the girl is annoyed by daylight.
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Plot Summary
Sam Bell is nearing the end of his three-year solo contract mining helium-3 on the moon. Suffering from hallucinations and increasing isolation, he longs to return to his family. As his departure nears, he encounters a mysterious figure and uncovers a disturbing truth about his mission and his own existence.
Critical Reception
Moon was widely acclaimed by critics for its intelligent screenplay, Sam Rockwell's performance, and its atmospheric direction, quickly becoming a modern science fiction classic. Audiences also praised its thoughtful exploration of themes like identity, isolation, and corporate ethics.
What Reviewers Say
A thoughtful and visually stunning sci-fi debut.
Sam Rockwell delivers a tour-de-force performance.
Explores existential themes with intelligence and heart.
Google audience: Audiences lauded the film for its compelling story, impressive visuals, and Sam Rockwell's outstanding performance. Many highlighted the film's ability to provoke thought and emotional engagement.
Awards & Accolades
Won the BAFTA Award for Outstanding Debut by a British Writer, Director or Producer (Duncan Jones). Nominated for the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival.
Fun Fact
Kevin Spacey voiced the AI companion GERTY, but his voice performance was initially recorded with different line readings to give director Duncan Jones options in post-production, even including some intended to be more menacing, before settling on a supportive tone.
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