You will be hard pressed to find another sci-fi film that strikes the same chords as Moon, a film that really presents the loneliness and disappear in an unforgettable highly stylistic way.
The film centers around an astronaut who discovers a secret after having an accident on one of the last days of his 3 year stint on the moon. I won't give the plot away but what impressed be is that the film is structured in a way that is unlike any other film I've seen in that a major twist happens really early in the film.
Sam Rockwell really shines in this film which is essentially a one man show in that the only other character in the film is a robot. Rockwell carries the film without looking like he's trying to carry the film. He beautifully portrays a lonely man with a careful balance of naturalism and paranoia.
Moon is a must see for anyone, especially those who have an interest in the sci-fi genre. It is a depressing breath of fresh air and is a film that will stick with you.
It's important to note too that the movie wasn't really about the twist; and the twist itself is structured because the plot couldn't BE without it-it's entirely necessary for the mission to be what it is. It's more about the character discovering the truth about his own nature.
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