Moonfall is passable by Roland Emmerich's standards. It's undoubtedly silly, but Moonfall fixes some Emmerich problems. The story is ridiculous, the action is outrageous, and the science is nonsense, but the script is more focused than 2012 or Resurgence. The weak B-stories are minimal and serve more purpose. Supporting characters could've been condensed and their plotlines could've been enhanced, but at least there was only one side-group. Meanwhile, Berry, Wilson, and especially Bradley are engaged. Their roles lack layers or range, but they have fun. Together, these elements provide just enough relatability to keep Moonfall from being actively painful.
Plus, the filmmaking behind Moonfall has some strengths. The CGI is expectedly excessive and the product placements are blatant, but those are the only glaring negatives. The visuals are occasionally pretty due to intentional lighting. The soundtrack has a consistent mood that heightens the film's mystery. The sound is symbolic during crisis and daunting when showcasing the monster. Lastly, the tone is more contained. There isn't cringey humor (though Bradley is naturally funny) and there's less melodrama, helping the film maintain a steady feel throughout. Overall, it isn't good, but there isn't as much about Moonfall to be mad at either.
Writing: 3/10
Direction: 5/10
Cinematography: 6/10
Acting: 6/10
Editing: 5/10
Sound: 7/10
Score/Soundtrack: 6/10
Production Design: 4/10
Casting: 6/10
Effects: 6/10
Overall Score: 5.4/10
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