H.G. Wells' First Men in the Moon :: Education by Design Store

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Delightful period film

2008-04-07
This movie has a special feel to it that is different to your average sci-fi film, helped by the period setting. Simplistic but highly enjoyable.

Great DVD!

2008-02-08
This has been one of my favorite movies for many years. Now I can watch it any time!

A True Classic

2008-01-07
A very entertaining classic Sci-Fi family movie. Fun to watch, great story.

Thomas

Destination Moon Review

2007-11-03
Movie is "just ok"; not what I remembered. Price and service were great. I'd buy from them again.

Delightfully cheesy

2007-07-20

It looks pretty dated, with crouched-over guys in bug suits, a cheerfully dotty amateur scientist, and the obligatory saveable babe. Oh, and that little moon-ship had eating facilities, but not a lot for dealing with the inhabitants' other needs of nature.

We don't see them until way past the half-way point, but Harryhausen's wonderful stop-animation makes this memorable. That includes a dancing skeleton, a whale-sized caterpillar, and a few other goodies. The ending shouldn't be a surprise to anyone who's seen War of the Worlds - I haven't read the book in decades, though, so I can't say how closely this tracks Wells's original.

No matter, it's a popcorn movie. Wait for a rainy Saturday and run the flicks - the popcorn will taste just as good either way.

-- wiredweird

40 year old, ready to watch some old movies from my childhood

2007-05-15
H.G. Wells' fantastic account of life on the moon is vividly brought to the screen by special effects master Ray Harryhausen in this amazing sci-fi epic featuring unforgettable extra-terrestrial creatures. The film begins with a team of United Nations astronauts planning an upcoming moon mission. The astronauts are both confused and intrigued by a man (Judd) who claims he, his fiancee and a scientist journeyed to the moon 65 years ago and were attacked by "Selenites," grotesque, human-like ant forms that live in immense crystal caverns. Now it is up to the U.N. team to attempt a lunar landing that could be more horrifying than ever believed possible.

fun adventure

2007-05-08
I sure found it interesting to see an alternative history of what space travel in the past could have been like. In general, it made for a very fun and interesting movie. The characters were humorous and the special effects were great. For the lover of classic sci-fi and adventure, this one is a must-see.

A bit dated

2007-03-11
Although there is some merit in this film it cannot be considered a classic sci-fi film- it would take away from the real value of he true sci-fi ones. The plot is about the very first expedition to the Moon around the turn of the 20th century. Some of the scenes are a bit comical- but that is not entirely a bad thing as it lightens the film and makes it more enjoyble for kids to watch. It is a bit dated but one should also consider the time that it was produced.
All in all a good family film that your kids will enjoy.

TERRIFIC AND COOL MOVIE!!!

2007-03-11
This movie is awesome!!! Not only is it awesome, but the Selenites are cool. :) It has an excellent plot and animation (by Ray Harryhausen) and the scenes are cool. The Selenites are really cool. This is a must-have for all sci-fi fans! Even though it came out in 1964, I still watch it! This is an excellent made movie and I strongly reccomend it! :D

Classic Sci-Fi fun

2007-01-16
I watched this movie years ago and was pleased when it finally came out on DVD. I'm a huge fan of Ray Harryhausen, the master of stop action filmaking, and this is one of his best. Grab a bowl of popcorn and enjoy the first Earthlings to visit the Moon.