Moon - So simple yet so stunning

Rating: 10/10 (7 April 2011)

For a film to impress, it needs to be different, clever and most importantly captivating. Moon succeeds on all these levels, sophisticatedly unravelling a deep and meaningful plot. The stunning futuristic scenes from the moon's surface separate the film from life as we know it, whilst the aptness of the script pokes and prods 'very- human' and powerful emotions throughout.
Based strongly upon a debatable concept, Duncan Jones balances the reality and imaginative nature of the film perfectly through a believable script. Enhanced by Sam Rockwell and Sam Rockwell alone, the limited cast emphasises the loneliness felt by Sam Bell as a character. Whilst later in the film this lonely undertone is merged so subtlety through the development of the plot and the careful styles in acting by Rockwell. Kevin Spacey's role too, must be addressed with applaud. Although merely voicing over the unnerving thriller-robot, known as GERTY, Spacey somehow develops personal attributes through robotic tones, again adding to the emotion of the constant unraveling film.
However, the setting tops the film for me. Trying hard to astonish, it also mirrors the lonely atmosphere through not overcompensating with special effects. Just stars, the Earth and a grey, wilderness of rock.
But why is it different, clever and captivating? Simple - because it is so simple (at least on the face of things). This is then emphasised by the superb acting, script and scenes that give the film the emotional edge over many, or dare I say any other films. Truly unmissable!
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