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Moonwalk One is a documentary-style film that captures the historic moments of NASA's Apollo 11 mission, which led to the first manned landing on the moon. The film features actual footage from the launch of the mission to the touchdown on the lunar surface, as well as in-depth interviews with the crew members of the mission. The film starts with a brief history of the Apollo program, including the tragic death of three astronauts during a launchpad test in 1967. It then dives into the specifics of Apollo 11, from the selection of the crew, the glistening Apollo spacecraft, the intricacies of the Lunar Landing Module (LM) "Eagle," to the rigorous training they had to go through, and the final preparations before launch.

As the countdown begins, the viewer is taken through the various stages of launch, the separation of the stages of the rocket, and finally the breathtaking moment, when the spacecraft breaks free of Earth's atmosphere and travels towards the Moon.

The film takes us behind the scenes and shows us footage of mission control, as the NASA staff and engineers monitor the spacecraft's progress. The tension and excitement are palpable as they wait for the spacecraft to reach the moon's orbit and prepare for the lunar landing.

The moment of the lunar landing is captured in all of its glory, as the spacecraft descends towards the lunar surface, dodges boulders to find a safe landing spot and touches down softly on the moon's surface. We see the incredible instant when Neil Armstrong takes his "one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," and plants the American flag on the moon's surface.

Moonwalk One's footage of the lunar landing is unparalleled in its clarity and detail, as we see Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walking on the moon's surface, collecting samples, and conducting scientific experiments. The film highlights the scientific achievements of the mission, but also the broader significance of the event as a symbol of scientific progress, hope and international cooperation. The film also reminds us of the bravery and dedication of the men and women involved in the mission.

Throughout the film, the audience is treated to insightful interviews from the astronauts, engineers and key mission personnel, including Michael Collins who remained in the Command Module as Armstrong and Aldrin descended to the lunar surface. Their reflections on the mission, the hope and impact that it carried is a reminder of the monumental achievement that it was. Additionally, the film’s incredible score from Brian Easdale fittingly accentuates the visuals and emotions of the documentary.

Moonwalk One is not only a great science documentary; it is also a celebration of humanity's ability to achieve the impossible. The film documents not only the historical event, but also the struggles, setbacks and triumphs of humanity's efforts to explore the cosmos. It's a tribute to the keen vision of President John F. Kennedy, who envisioned landing on the Moon and to the incredible organization and dedication of the people from NASA.

Overall, Moonwalk One is a riveting account of one of the greatest moments of human achievement, a moment that would not have been possible without the collaboration of diverse people and organizations all working towards a common objective. The film is a testament to the incredible power of science and the human spirit. Moonwalk One is a must-watch documentary for science enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone who's interested in human achievements' incredible stories.

Moonwalk One is a 1970 documentary with a runtime of 1 hour and 47 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.2.