User Reviews

I didn't know what to expect from a title like "The Man in the Moon," and though it had children in it, it wasn't a fairy tale. Set in a big house owned by two old ladies with that one room that hadn't been touched for years, two children, a boy and his older sister (relatives of the old ladies) visit to explore the room and search for a secret of the past. Things quickly become Gothic and more eerie as the movie goes on. There was minimal acting- just enough for the story to flow, but they did a good job. Likewise, there were pretty much only two rooms and a staircase that comprised the sets, but it was just right for what the movie communicated. The lighting did a lot to create the mood and guide the viewer through the scenes. The plot was not so unique as to be seen as a breakthrough, but what really added to the film was that it is based on a true story as told by girl that the older sister portrayed.