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

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

Rated: 4/5

May 8, 2024

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Andrea Beach

Common Sense Media

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

Apr 30, 2024

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Don Shanahan

Film Obsessive

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

Rated: 4/5

Apr 25, 2024

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Josh Bell

Crooked Marquee

Intermittently heartwarming dramedy.

Rated: B-

Apr 23, 2024

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Nick Rogers

Midwest Film Journal

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.

Rated: 2.5/5

Apr 22, 2024

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Dory T

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!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

11/21/24

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Jeffery B

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!)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/26/24

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KB B

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

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

09/07/24

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Peter M

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/19/24

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Greg R

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

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

06/05/24

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Audience Member

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/12/24

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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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