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'Fly Me to the Moon': A Space Race Rom-Com with Mixed Results

Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum star in a film that blends romance, humor, and historical fiction but struggles with consistency.

  • The film imagines an alternative history where the Apollo 11 moon landing was faked.
  • Johansson plays Kelly, an ad executive tasked with selling the moon to the American public.
  • Tatum's character, Cole, is a dedicated NASA Launch Director with a soft spot for Kelly.
  • The movie features a mix of genuine humor and awkward romantic moments.
  • Critics note the film's uneven tone and over-reliance on CGI.
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