The Moon and Back

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The Moon and Back

PG-13

2022

1h 14m

Comedy

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5 Reviews

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High school senior Lydia Gilbert feels lost after her father's death, until she discovers a space opera script written by him. Equipped with a VHS camera and pocket change, she decides to honor her dad and make the script a reality.

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Eddie Harrison

film-authority.com

05/08/2024

4/5

…a lovely, evocative film that’s easy to watch and enjoy, but contains valuable kernels of truth; it’s totally recommended…

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Andrea Beach

Common Sense Media

04/30/2024

Teens will relate to Lydia's conflicting need for change and resistance to it, while gently exploring issues of grief, loss, and moving on.

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Don Shanahan

Film Obsessive

04/25/2024

4/5

A sweet little gem that stands to be a love letter to so many things for any number of audiences.

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Josh Bell

Crooked Marquee

04/23/2024

B-

Intermittently heartwarming dramedy.

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Nick Rogers

Midwest Film Journal

04/22/2024

2.5/5

Scattered throughout "The Moon & Back" are strong moments about all of the benefits you can gain elsewhere as you scale back one dream. You just have to scale back your expectations for the film conveying that message.

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Dory T

@RT68826021 11/21/2024

A well cast, sweet and charming coming of age film. I really liked the mix of video footage. This would be fun to watch with the family!

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Jeffery B

@RT95414551 09/26/2024

An impressive directorial debut, especially considering the micro-budget nature of the film. Both the beginning and end brought the tears flowing. Solid pandemic era acting. (PJ Byrne killed it!)

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KB B

@Okbullard 09/07/2024

It was pretty entertaining with a decent storyline. I doubt I'd ever want to watch it again. Watch if there's nothing else interesting on

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Peter M

@RT72121320 06/19/2024

This is what we come to Indie Films for. A directorial debut that does not disappoint, heartwarming and joyous.

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Greg R

@itsgregsworld 06/05/2024

Lousy movie about absolutely nothing. Why does RT constantly allow subpar reviewers to rank these awful movies?

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SoawNyce T

@RT62828907 05/12/2024

Sometimes a small and honest film can be so powerful. Well crafted and nuanced performances.

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Synopsis

High school senior Lydia Gilbert feels lost after her father's death, until she discovers a space opera script written by him. Equipped with a VHS camera and pocket change, she decides to honor her dad and make the script a reality.

Director: Leah Bleich
Producer: Tessa Byford
Screenwriter: Leah Bleich
Distributor: Lionsgate
Production Co: Prodigium Pictures, Wayfarer Studios
Rating: PG-13 (Some Teen Drinking|Suggestive Material|Strong Language)
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 23, 2024
Runtime: 1h 14m

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