In the Shadow of the Moon

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simon b Dec 6 Engaging from the start. Almost too busy to follow at times, but well worth the effort. 👍👍👏 See more Benjamin G @BxDxGx Dec 3 Of all the original films that Netflix has produced, this is one of my favorites. The manner in which the film begins and progresses with its use of science fiction mystery and realism is both entertaining and intriguing. The acting and cinematography are both well done regardless of potential plot holes I don’t mind overlooking. Perhaps my main critique is that the last two interactions are much shorter than the 1988 and 1997 interactions, which cuts the movie off too quickly, which I presume is due to runtime issues. If they were able to flesh things out a little more, especially during the final year (i.e. let Lockhart redeem himself in front of his daughter/brother-in-law for us viewers to see), that would have helped elevate the experience. See more Marco L @decatur555 Nov 23 (CASTELLANO) Lo que más llama la atención de El lado siniestro de la luna es su capacidad para mezclar géneros sin miedo. Thriller policiaco, ciencia ficción, drama familiar y hasta pinceladas de terror se dan la mano en una trama que, aunque algo descontrolada, mantiene el interés casi todo el tiempo. La premisa es potente: un detective que se cruza cada cierto tiempo con un misterioso asesino cuyas apariciones desafían cualquier lógica. Esa idea inicial atrapa y empuja al espectador a seguir el juego, aunque el guion no siempre logre sostener tanta ambición. Hay momentos en los que la película parece querer abarcar más de lo que puede. Boyd Holbrook cumple en el papel principal, aunque en algunos tramos se echa en falta más carisma para conectar con su drama personal. Aun así, el reparto en general aporta lo necesario para mantener la historia a flote, con una puesta en escena cuidada que refuerza la atmósfera enrarecida. Visualmente ofrece buenas imágenes y sabe crear tensión, pero también cae en ciertos clichés del género que restan frescura. El ritmo es irregular: pasa de escenas intensas y retorcidas a otras más planas que frenan la emoción. En conjunto, El lado siniestro de la luna no es redonda, pero sí entretenida y curiosa. Una película imperfecta que arriesga, mezcla sin complejos y, aunque no siempre acierta, consigue dejar al espectador con la sensación de haber visto algo distinto. (ENGLISH) What stands out most about In the Shadow of the Moon is its fearless mix of genres. Police thriller, science fiction, family drama, and even hints of horror come together in a story that, while somewhat chaotic, keeps your attention for most of its runtime. The premise is strong: a detective who encounters a mysterious killer appearing every few years in ways that defy logic. That hook pulls the viewer in, even if the script can’t always sustain so much ambition. At times, the film feels like it’s trying to cover more than it can handle. Boyd Holbrook does an adequate job in the lead role, though at times he lacks the charisma needed to fully connect with his personal struggles. Still, the supporting cast provides enough weight to keep the story afloat, supported by solid production values that enhance its unsettling tone. Visually, it delivers striking imagery and moments of tension, but also leans on familiar clichés that lessen its freshness. The pacing is uneven: bursts of intensity are followed by slower stretches that sap some of the momentum. All in all, In the Shadow of the Moon isn’t flawless, but it’s entertaining and intriguing. An imperfect film that takes risks, blends genres freely, and, even when it stumbles, manages to leave you with the sense of having seen something different. See more Heath M Nov 16 Plot-holes, and fuzzy time-travel logic abound… If only I could travel back in time and not press "play" on Netflix. See more Tyson C. @P.I.G Oct 5 Watchable, if you don’t take it too seriously or expect too much. See more Aun M @AunMohammad Sep 10 "In The Shadow of the Moon" starts with a premise so gripping it's impossible not to be hooked. The film masterfully builds a chilling and sensational mystery in its first act. The initial investigation is a highlight. The atmosphere is thick with paranoia, the kills are inventive, and the cat-and-mouse game feels fresh. The movie expertly blends genres, presenting itself as a sharp detective thriller with a supernatural twist. However, the film's major downfall arrives the moment the central mystery is explained. The revelation that this is a time-travel story becomes its greatest weakness, not its strength. The second half painfully prolongs the mystery long after the core concept is understood, becoming a repetitive cycle of waiting nine years for the next encounter. The tight detective narrative unravels into a convoluted and emotionally manipulative family drama that the plot logic simply cannot support. The most glaring issue is the massive plot hole at the heart of its time-travel logic: If the killer, Rya, was born in 2019, how can she appear as an adult in 1988 to meet her grandfather? This isn't a minor oversight; it's a fundamental flaw that breaks the entire narrative engine of the movie. "In The Shadow of the Moon" is the definition of a one-time watch. It is a film with a fantastic first half that completely squanders its potential in the second. The strong atmosphere, initial mystery, and solid acting are ultimately betrayed by a lazy approach to its own sci-fi elements and a critical failure to maintain its internal logic. It's a frustrating experience that provides a compelling setup but a deeply unsatisfactory payoff. Watch for the intrigue, but don't expect the pieces to come together in a way that makes sense. 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