Added to Prime Video on Tuesday, Oct 10, 2023 In “Apollo 18”, the storyline is based on the fictional premise that NASA launched another secret mission to the moon following the last known Apollo 17 mission. The film unfolds in a found-footage format, using “discovered” film reels that show the horrific experiences of the Apollo 18 astronauts. They land on the lunar surface to place detectors to alert the U.S. of any impending Soviet missile strikes. Soon, they experience multiple technical issues, and peculiar happenings lead them to believe that they are not alone on the moon. The truth behind their mission quickly unravels, revealing an unsettling lunar secret.
Length: 1h28m
Genre: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Horror
This Title is: Suspenseful, Chilling
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Trailer
Cast
- Warren Christie as Ben Anderson
- Lloyd Owen as Nate
- Andrew Airlie as Mission Control
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: PG-13 for some disturbing sequences and language.
Content warnings: Contains scenes of suspense, potential harm, and violence in a space setting.
Trivia
- The film was shot in a way to resemble the 1970s NASA footage to maintain authenticity.
- Despite its title, NASA has publicly stated that there was never an Apollo 18 mission, confirming the film’s fictional nature.
- Many of the moon scenes were shot in Vancouver, Canada.
Our Review
“Apollo 18” takes the viewers on a suspense-filled journey through the unsettling vastness of space. With its found-footage style, the film successfully creates an atmosphere of tension and uncertainty. The narrative attempts to blur the lines between fiction and reality by presenting itself as a real account of a hidden moon landing. While the execution could be more refined in certain areas, its unique concept offers an engaging watch for fans of the horror-thriller genre. The performances, especially by Christie and Owen, are commendable, bringing life to the terrifying circumstances the astronauts find themselves in. While it might not have pushed boundaries in the horror genre, “Apollo 18” is an intriguing watch for those willing to entertain its premise.
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