Moon

[[A]]

But the movie is months old.

 

[cerealkiller182]

Ah that's good to hear, it seemed to me as if everyone who saw it was blown away the first time. I can't really imagine that. I have a rather broad mind when it comes to special or unusual films, but I can't get my head around this very easily.

I was blown away with it the first time. Its special and unique but I dont think I would call it unusual. I didnt find it very ambiguous.

 

[Morg]

If we can, can we not have any spoilers here please?

http://forums.superherohype.com/faq.php?faq=new_faq_item#faq_new_faq_item_signature

 

[Carmine Falcone]

But the movie is months old.

Thumbs up for your signature. (sorry for going off-topic )

 

[[A]]

Thumbs up for your signature. (sorry for going off-topic )

 

[omid17]

it's not as good as i thought it would be, the acting was the only good thing about this movie, and it's not a movie i would want to see more than once

 

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

I think everything about this movie was superb, the plot, effects, the way its acted, the emotion, its a great little movie topped only by District 9 this year for me. Sam Rockwell is superb in it as well of course.

And the scene were he calls 'home' is one of the most emotional scene's in a long time for me.

 

[Aesop Rocks]

AVEIT. I have to agree. That was probably the most emotional scene of that movie. It was such a kick in the balls.

 

[cerealkiller182]

This is a blog I wrote in response to the response of the award givers

http://rickshq.blogspot.com/2009/12/unfortunate-ignorance-of-moon.html

Moon is Duncan Jones' homage to the science fiction classic, Silent Running. Sam Rockwell plays Sam Bell, a blue collar worker alone on the moon harvesting a new form of fuel called Helium-3. Sam is very close to concluding his contract when he gets into an accident. Sam wakes up later with no memory of the accident, but later finds another Sam amongst the rubble. Now the two separate Sams, with 3 years difference in age, try to piece together the mystery surrounding their meeting.

Duncan Jones' directorial debut is incredibly strong. He weaves a mysterious and desperate story about the dangers of technology and the amoral business practices that follow them, as well as heartfelt injections of the human spirit. In a time where "science fiction" elicits images of caped crusaders and aliens with laser beams, Moon returns to sci-fi's roots depicting scientific advancement and challenges as well as exploring the consequences of doing so. He captures a dynamic setting within the muted corridors of an empty space station surrounded by miles and miles of barren rocky terrain. The already well displayed isolation and depression is multiplied by the somber, haunting score. Plus Jones cast Sam Rockwell.

Sam Rockwell is without a doubt the most underappreciated acting talent in Hollywood today. With his turns as a comic relief spaceman in Galaxy Quest, a likeable killer in Confessions of a Dangerous Mind, or a love-lost father and husband in Snow Angels, Rockwell has solidified himself as one of the finest actors of his generation. His character, Sam Bell, is just another fine performance in an already impressive resume. Rockwell has more screen presence and charisma to turn even the lowliest character into a likeable guy. Some of the work is already done for him as the material depicts Sam as an every man. As such Sam ventures through a number of emotions most of which is either anger or depression, all of which Rockwell invites the audience to feel the same way. Practically the only actor in the movie, the emotional weight rest assuredly on his shoulders. Rockwell also of course plays two variations of the same character who interact with each other. That alone is a difficult thing for actors to do, yet Rockwell performs admirably going above and beyond all expectations.

Moon has all the makings of a science fiction classic. Its eerie, depressing score paces the movie perfectly. New advance technology is in abundance, yet Sam Bell's blue collar sensibilities keep the story grounded and relatable. The evils of big business sneak around every corner. So why is the best movie of 2009, and the best sci-fi of the decade being snubbed this award season? Sam Rockwell at the very least deserves to be at the top of everyone's Best Actor lists.

 

[Aesop Rocks]

"Moon" is the one in a few, it's a rare masterpiece, much needed in this time of "Transformers", "Twilight" and, the inevitable rebootings Hollywood has decided to take upon itself to do. As if we needed or wanted them in the first place. "Moon" is, in my eyes...the perfect mix of Sci-Fi and Drama with Sam Rockwell proving himself not only as a talented actor but probably one of the better actors in the past 20 years. Everything from his quirky, funny role as Zap in "The Hitchhikers Guide To The Galaxy" all the way to his evil, terrifying role as Wild Bill Wharton in the classic "The Green Mile". When I first saw the trailer for "Moon" in July of 2009, I was beyond impressed. I instantly fell in love with it, the actor, the character, the idea. Hell, even GERTY. But, it broke my heart to see it was a limited release only. I'm from a small backwoods town and it wasn't going to be around here anytime soon. Eventually, after months of hearing the hype behind it, I got to watch it. And I loved it. I loved every. single. second. of it it. Not only is "Moon" my favorite movie of 2009. It's probably my favorite movie of all time.

I wish nothing but luck for Duncan Jones in his future of film making. I wish nothing but the best for Sam Rockwell also. He is the definitive proof amazing actors are a rare and dying breed.

Again, Thanks.

-Corey Anderson.

I tried to post that on the facebook fanpage, wouldn't let me. :/

 

[Figs]

Can't wait to see this. Just got the email today that both this and The Hurt Locker shipped.

 

[Aesop Rocks]

FFF---Mine are in my Netflix queue for tomorrow.

 

[Kane52630]

moon is really good, you guys will liked it (if you know nothing about this film)

 

[ABleedingCorpse]

I loved Moon when I saw it. I drove two hours out of state to see it in theaters when it was out...it was worth it. Haven't check it out on Blu-Ray yet, but I'll get there.

 

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

AVEIT. I have to agree. That was probably the most emotional scene of that movie. It was such a kick in the balls.

Definately, the scene plays with the emotions as well, we find out bad news, but he gets to see his daughter also, its emotion on different levels and it brings a tear to my every-time!

 

[Lasirius]

Am I the only one having trouble getting the damn bluray? I've spend the last hour searching for it in stores and no one has it. I only see that damn Tyler Perry movie everywhere! I'm so pissed right now

 

[CELTICPRED]

The first thing I did last night was head out and rent this since I never got a chance to see it theatrically, it was well written and acted. It was an eerily beautiful sci-fi with great atmosphere.

Not something I'll watch more than once, but I really thought it was great.

 

[Aesop Rocks]

I gave it a second viewing, I was confused at some parts and wanted to clear them up.

 

[Solidus]

Am I the only one having trouble getting the damn bluray? I've spend the last hour searching for it in stores and no one has it. I only see that damn Tyler Perry movie everywhere! I'm so pissed right now

I got it at Best Buy. Target and Wal-Mart only had the DVD.

But at Best Buy I got Moon on Blu ray, and the steel book Blu Ray edition of The Hurt Locker.

 

[Gilpesh]

So. Got this on dvd today.

 

[Aesop Rocks]

And you're on the Hype not watching it.....why?

 

[Lasirius]

I got it at Best Buy. Target and Wal-Mart only had the DVD.

But at Best Buy I got Moon on Blu ray, and the steel book Blu Ray edition of The Hurt Locker.

Best Buy was my first choice and they told me they don't carry it, they checked what other stores had it and apparently it's not available in the San Diego area.

Also checked Blockbuster, Target and Walmart and no, they don't carry it so I just rent it at Blockbuster on DVD.

 

[LegendaryCaleb]

great film!
rented it this morning... 8/10

 

[Gilpesh]

Loved it. And just like District 9, even though there's some predictable things in it, the way they pulled it off still made it a fantastic movie. And man.... did Sam Rockwell get beat up or what.

 

[AVEITWITHJAMON]

Am I the only one having trouble getting the damn bluray? I've spend the last hour searching for it in stores and no one has it. I only see that damn Tyler Perry movie everywhere! I'm so pissed right now

I remember when it first came out in the UK it took me a while to get it.