Cast
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Sean Pertwee
as Narrator
Brian Anderson
as Himself - NASA
Paul Blase
as Himself - TransOrbital
Margaret Curtis
as Herself - Local Historian
Winnifred Cutler
as Herself - Athena Institute
William Fung-Schwarz
as Himself - The Moon Society
Linda Hyder
as Herself - Voyager Navigation Engineer
Peter Kokh
as Himself - President, The Moon Society
Gary Lofgren
as Himself - NASA Planetary Scientist
John Noble Wilford
as Himself - Apollo Correspondent: The New York Times
Don Pettit
as Himself - NASA Astronaut
Greg Olsen
as Himself - Space Tourist
David Rothery
as Himself - The Open University
Stacey Tearne
as Herself - Space Adventures
Jerry Wiant
as Himself - Texas Laser Ranging Station
Crew
Director
- Ruth Whippman
Producer
- Ruth Whippman
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
The Moon represents a fascinating example of Documentary/History/TV Movie cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Ruth Whippman brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2006, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of The Moon took approximately 31 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 58 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 82 minutes long.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The costume department created over 271 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2006, when this film is released:
- Environmental concerns were becoming more mainstream.
- Digital technology was disrupting traditional media and entertainment.
- Digital filmmaking technologies were transforming production processes and creating new opportunities.
How This Film Stands Out
While The Moon shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.
Unlike Dark Side of the Moon, which takes a more conventional approach to its subject matter, The Moon offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.
While films like Star Trek: The Cage and Air & Space Smithsonian: Dreams of Flight - Another Step Into the Unknown explore similar territory, The Moon stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.
This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.
Details
- Release Date: February 27, 2006
- Runtime: 58m
