2/23/10

Moon: Review

Moon has received a fair share of praise and yet many have never heard of the plucky little film from David Bowie's little boy. The sci-fi drama is a pure vehicle for its (only) star, Sam Rockwell, which plays out like an extended interpretation of a Twilight Zone-esque feature. I mean this in the best way possible. In a world of blockbuster, CGI-enhanced films, Moon stands as a nice reminder that the best sci-fi films focus on well-paced, well-written stories, not in over the top special effects.

Twitter Pitch: Company draws energy from dark side of moon. Only one employee. Themes: isolation with new technology, corporations mistreating workers.

Rewatchability: When a story is drawn out over the course of a film, like it is in Moon, it detracts from the fun of each additional viewing. I would gladly watch the film a few more times simply to pick up on certain plot twists which become more apparent when the credits finally roll. After my third or fourth viewing, I feel like the charm of Moon will be gone.

Time Limit: Moon clocks in at brisk 97 minutes. I would not complain about the pacing, but I must admit that around the 80 minute mark I checked my watch. With only one character the plot begins to slow near the end before the climax.

When to Watch: The mood of the film is rather dark (as you might assume being based on the dark side of the moon). An overwhelming sense of existentialism begins to set in as the story progresses which might make you reconsider your place in the world. If it's a rainy night and you are in a calm mood, Moon will suit you well.

When not to Watch: Do not watch if you are in a gregarious mood because it will bring you back down to Earth (pun intended). Might not be good for an already depressed mood, a lonely person or someone in a long distance relationship.

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