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Moonwalk One. Kamecke's film could be placed in a time capsule and removed some time in the distant future as an exact record of our feelings at the time. So said Kathleen Carroll of the New York Daily News in 1972. NASA commissioned director Theo Kamecke to make the documentary only six weeks before Apollo 11 s flight to the Moon in July 1969. But instead of a simple documentary film, what transpired was a philosophical and poetic record of Man s first attempt to walk on another world. Opening dramatically with another of mankind s great achievements Stonehenge the film puts the triumph of the Moon shot into its proper historical context. Filmed across the World as the mission unfolded, Moonwalk One uniquely captured the essence of Apollo 11 in a way that subsequent documentaries could only mimic. Combined with Charles Morrow s breathtaking, avant-garde score and Laurence Luckinbill s inspiring narration this is a classic film for all time and makes for fascinating viewing today from the perspective of the early 21st Century. As Joseph Gelmis of the New York daily Newsday declared in 1969; Moonwalk One deserves to be a companion piece to Stanley Kubrik s masterwork 2001: A Space Odyssey . The Restoration. Working closely with Theo, the producers have re-mastered his documentary classic for future generations to enjoy. Combining the only existing full-length 35mm print with recently restored NASA film shot by the astronauts themselves, they have created a vibrant new High Definition digital master of the movie. Together with a director s commentary, a host of extra features and a new 5.1 sound track, this is indeed the ultimate time capsule , recording the last year of the 1960s and the historic flight of Apollo 11.
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NASA commissioned director Theo Kamecke to make a feature documentaryfilm only six weeks before Apollo 11's flight to the Moon in July 1969. Instead of a simple documentary film, what Theo created was a philosophical and poetic record of Man's first attempt to walk on another world. Working closely with Theo, The Attic Room has re-mastered his documentary classic for future generations to enjoy. Combining the only existing full-length 35mm print with recently restored NASA flight film shot by the astronauts themselves, we have created a vibrant new High Definition digital master of the movie Moonwalk One. Together with a director's commentary, a host of extra features and a new 5.1 sound track, this is indeed the ultimate "time capsule", recording the last year of the 1960s and the historic flight of Apollo 11.
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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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A largely forgotten gem of a film but now released in time to coincide with the 40th anniversary of Apollo 11.
I thought I has seen and read most things regarding that historic mission but this really is different. Thought provoking and reflective it is indeed a unique record of a unique time. A time when at least some of the world fell in love with the idea of going to another world.
The film has been restored as much as possible but in places it still shows it's age with scratches and weak colour but not enough to spoil it in my opinion. There is a smattering of humour along the way (Flash Gordon anyone?) but mostly it's about what human beings are capable of and the minimal narration allows you to think about that as you watch. It does not focus too much on the individuals concerned and it tries to contrast it all against the lives of ordinary people whilst acknowledging that we are ultimately all the same species.
Yes, all the usual footage you would expect is there, the launch (extended and from angles, I personally had never seen), mission control, the journey there and home again and of course that "small step", but there is lots more.
The people that gathered at the Cape that day, not just the special guests but the public too and footage from around the world as and when it happened. Contrast also comes from pictures of the war in Vietnam, sporting events, politics and other news items of the day. We are also reminded that for many, many poeple, it was "just another day" and that they may not have even been aware of what was happening.
The film is presented in widescreen and full screen options with a choice of stereo or surround sound plus directors commentary. A rather nice interview with the director on the film and it's restoration plus behind the scenes and NASA photo galleries are also included.
For a different perspective on Apollo 11 and a record so "of it's time" then I can highly recommend you give this documentary a try.
I thought I has seen and read most things regarding that historic mission but this really is different. Thought provoking and reflective it is indeed a unique record of a unique time. A time when at least some of the world fell in love with the idea of going to another world.
The film has been restored as much as possible but in places it still shows it's age with scratches and weak colour but not enough to spoil it in my opinion. There is a smattering of humour along the way (Flash Gordon anyone?) but mostly it's about what human beings are capable of and the minimal narration allows you to think about that as you watch. It does not focus too much on the individuals concerned and it tries to contrast it all against the lives of ordinary people whilst acknowledging that we are ultimately all the same species.
Yes, all the usual footage you would expect is there, the launch (extended and from angles, I personally had never seen), mission control, the journey there and home again and of course that "small step", but there is lots more.
The people that gathered at the Cape that day, not just the special guests but the public too and footage from around the world as and when it happened. Contrast also comes from pictures of the war in Vietnam, sporting events, politics and other news items of the day. We are also reminded that for many, many poeple, it was "just another day" and that they may not have even been aware of what was happening.
The film is presented in widescreen and full screen options with a choice of stereo or surround sound plus directors commentary. A rather nice interview with the director on the film and it's restoration plus behind the scenes and NASA photo galleries are also included.
For a different perspective on Apollo 11 and a record so "of it's time" then I can highly recommend you give this documentary a try.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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As someone old enough to remember this actually happening, I found this film particularly interesting and nostalgic. Good authentic content and it really does reflect the atmosphere at the time of the landing. It is a must have for any enthusiast of the space race, especially for those born after it happened. A real piece of live history.
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This is a restoration of the original film presentation.
So if you have any interest in the Apollo missions or Space.
This DVD is one to add to your collection
So if you have any interest in the Apollo missions or Space.
This DVD is one to add to your collection
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