12 to the Moon Movie Review
Synopsis:
12 to the Moon is a classic 1960 sci-fi adventure that follows an international crew of twelve astronauts on a daring mission to the lunar surface. Representing countries from around the world, the team boards the sleek spacecraft Lunar Eagle with hopes of ushering in a new era of scientific discovery and global unity.
But once they land, the astronauts encounter mysterious lunar forces that challenge their assumptions about space, humanity, and peace. Strange environmental phenomena, unexplained messages, and a powerful unseen intelligence test their resolve and cooperation. As tensions rise both on the Moon and back on Earth, the crew must determine whether the Moon’s inhabitants are friend, foe, or something far more complex.
Rating:
Run Time: 1 Hour 14 Minutes
Director: David Bradley
Nudity Factor: None
Of Note: The spaceship’s communication device is a modified film editing machine.
Recommendations: Atomic Submarine
Review by: Jason Schulte
Rating: 
Reviewing a movie as ancient as this one definitely presents some challenges. The way movies are made nowadays is like comparing a flip phone to a smartphone – we’ve come a long way, baby. We’ve got color, green screens, and computers doing most of the heavy lifting. Plus, our knowledge of the moon has expanded exponentially since this film was made, so we can spot the inaccuracies a mile away.
Despite all that, I decided to give it a watch. It was…okay. I must say, I do appreciate the old-school practical sets they used back in the day. But there were definitely moments where I found myself checking my watch and wondering when the excitement would kick in.
Overall, if you’re a fan of classic sci-fi films in glorious black and white, this one might just float your spaceship. But if you’re all about the shiny, modern stuff, you might want to steer clear. After all, there’s no shame in preferring a sleek Tesla over a vintage Model T.