Moon

**** Stars

Sam Rockwell is a fantastic actor, and he does nothing but provide proof to that statement with his outstanding performance in the new independent science fiction film Moon.

Directed by Duncan Jones (David Bowie's son) Moon is a fascinating and imaginative trip that explores the limitless ideas and locations of its theatrical title. Rockwell plays Sam Bell, the sole employee for a company called Lunar Industries. At the end of his three year contract, Sam is ready to go home. But with no direct communication link available between him and Earth, Sam starts to hallucinate. And what makes this movie so unique is that its main character knows he's hallucinating, and uses it to his advantage. All Sam wants to do is go home, but what happens if there are two Sam's? Or three? Or four? What if Sam is not alone?

That's all I will say about this movie. Moon is an absolute mindblower that will stick with you long after you've left the theater. Whether it's Sam's robot friend voiced by Kevin Spacey, or the feeling of complete isolation, you will feel Moon lingering in your head for some time. This could very well be one of the most subconsciously thought-provoking sci-fi films this side of 2001: A Space Odyssey. What's even more impressive? The film's $5 million budget.

Simply enough, see Moon if you want to get rid of Michael Bay from your thoughts.