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Deep Dive: Lunarcy! (2012)

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Lunarcy!
Lunarcy! is a 2012 Canadian documentary directed by Simon Ennis that features a diverse group of individuals with unique connections to the Moon. The film includes astronauts like Alan Bean, who walked on the Moon, and entrepreneurs such as Dennis Hope, who claims personal ownership of the Moon. The documentary combines interviews and personal stories to present various perspectives on lunar exploration and the dreams associated with it. The film premiered at the Toronto Film Festival on September 8, 2012, and later screened at South by Southwest on March 13, 2013. It received distribution in Canada from Films We Like. The documentary is infused with humor and creativity, utilizing a quirky soundtrack and animation, while presenting visionary ideas about the Moon and its potential future.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Alan Bean, a Moonwalker and astronaut.
  • •Find out about Dennis Hope's Moon ownership claim.
  • •See quirky animations and stock footage.

Did You Know

•Alan Bean is one of only twelve people to have walked on the Moon.
•The film premiered at the Toronto Film Festival on September 8, 2012.
•Dennis Hope claims personal ownership of the Moon.

Perfect For

Space enthusiastsAspiring astronautsDocumentary lovers