Astronomers blast to the Moon in a cannon-propelled rocket, encountering whimsical, pulpy perils on a surreal adventure.
Campy. A late-night trip at a measured pace.
Streaming on Max and Kanopy (free).
No surprises for a G: no swearing and nothing scary.
Our estimate: fine for any age. Rated G.
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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.
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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