A Trip to the Moon
Professor Barbenfouillis and five of his colleagues from the Academy of Astronomy travel to the Moon aboard a rocket propelled by a giant cannon. Once on the lunar surface, the bold explorers face the many perils hidden in the caves of the mysterious planet.
Critics Sentiment
Capsule launched from cannon hits moon in eye
Professor Barbenfouillis proposes moon expedition to astronomers
The film jumps from a static opening meeting to the iconic moon impact scene, creating the largest positive sentiment shift.
The film starts modestly with a somewhat static opening but quickly builds to its iconic moon impact moment. It maintains strong sentiment throughout the fantastical middle sequences, with reviewers consistently praising the visual innovation and imaginative storytelling. The overall arc reflects audiences' appreciation for Méliès' groundbreaking technical achievements and whimsical fairy-tale approach to science fiction.
Full cast
Georges Méliès
Professeur Barbenfouillis / La Lune
Bleuette Bernon
Phoebe Déesse de la Lune
François Lallement
L'officier de Marine / Commandant de la Base de Lancement
Jehanne d'Alcy
La Secrétaire / Une Étoile / Agent de Bord de la Fusée
Henri Delannoy
Le Pilote de la Fusée Lunaire
Victor André
Un Astronome et Spationaute
Brunnet
Un Astronome et Spationaute
Depierre
Un Astronome et Spationaute
Farjaut
Un Astronome et Spationaute
Kelm
Un Astronome et Spationaute
Jules-Eugène Legris
Le Chef du Défilé
Crew
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