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Julia Dietze, Götz Otto, Christopher Kirby, Udo Kier, Peta Sergeant ... see more see more... , Stephanie Paul , Tilo Prückner , Kym Jackson , Michael Cullen

In the last moments of World War II, a secret Nazi space program evaded destruction by fleeing to the Dark Side of the Moon. During 70 years of utter secrecy, the Nazis construct a gigantic space fort... read more read more...ress with a massive armada of flying saucers. When American astronaut James Washington (Christopher Kirby) puts down his Lunar Lander a bit too close to the secret Nazi base, the Moon Führer (Udo Kier) decides the glorious moment of retaking the Earth has arrived sooner than expected. Two Nazi officers, ruthless Klaus Adler (Götz Otto) and idealistic Renate Richter (Julia Dietze), travel to Earth to prepare the invasion. In the end when the Moon Nazi UFO armada darkens the skies, ready to strike at the unprepared Earth, every man, woman and nation alike, must re-evaluate their priorities. -- (C) Official Site

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Unrated, 1 hr. 32 min.

Directed by: Timo Vuorensola

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  • aquateen2
    May 10, 2012
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    Regardless of whether or not I liked it, this is one of the most impressively budgeted movies I have ever seen in my life. It's not perfect, but granting it the benefit of the doubt is entirely necessary... read more, because even the film makers knew how insanely ridiculous it's premise was producing it. It was never meant to be a flawless film. But for a movie that's basic plot is Nazi's returning to Earth from the dark side of the moon, for revenge in 2018, it executes it pretty well. It's a lighthearted satire that has an appealing visual style and cool action sequences backed with some greatly impressive set piece design. Although it sometimes suffers from it's countless logical errors and occassionaly flat storytelling, it's destiny is undoubtedly becoming an above average cult movie. It's a film worth watching at a cinema though, because it's cute, unique, occasionally funny, in your face and quite simply a lot of fun.
  • CloudStrife84
    May 9, 2012
    CloudStrife84
    Nazis on the moon? Now I've seen everything! This high-concept B-movie spoof by Finnish director Timo Vuorensola, came to life largely thanks to the support of his fans. More than 10% of its funding came right out of their pockets, which makes this a bit of a landmark within fan-... read morecontributed productions. Granted that most of the actors are virtually unknown (I only recognized Udo Kier), but they do a servicable job in this very off-beat and whimsical sci-fi farce.

    Despite a relatively small budget of 7,500,000 euro, the visuals effects are almost as dazzling as that of your average Hollywood blockbuster. There's a permeating "blue-screen feel" in the character shots, but I was very impressed with the meticulous detail put into the space crafts. The same can be said for the decor and production design; the steampunk-style of which I took a very strong liking to.

    I wouldn't say it's über-funny humor-wise, but it's pretty amusing overall and had me chuckling quite a bit. As for the acting, well, that's where the movie lacked the most. I understand they couldn't afford any A-list names for this one, and although adequate on the whole, there were a couple of actors who seemed liked they had been recruited from the adult film industry. And Stephanie Paul as "Sarah Palin" - much too corny and over the top.

    It's good fun altogether though, including cleverly placed references to films like Der Untergang (Downfall) and Charlie Chaplin's The Great Dictator. An entertaining fusion of sci-fi and comedy, which although uneven in quality, makes the grade as a better-than-average piece of lighthearted satire.
  • vierasesine
    April 6, 2012
    vierasesine
    If you're not a fan of Laibach, you might not get as much out of it as I did. In fact, this film has quite a few small pop culture hints and nudges and semi-inside jokes which are a jolly laugh if you're in the target audience, but can be, I suspect and fear, rather easily missed... read more if you are not.

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William Goss
March 21, 2012
William Goss, Film.com

In space, no one can hear you laugh either. Full Review

Philip French
May 28, 2012
Philip French, Observer [UK]

The jokes are spasmodic, as satirically weightless as playing golf on the moon. Full Review

Sam Bathe
May 26, 2012
Sam Bathe, Fan The Fire

Re-watch the teaser trailer, skip the final production. Full Review

Ed Whitfield
May 25, 2012
Ed Whitfield, The Ooh Tray

A space-ploitation brain fart. Full Review

Jason Best
May 25, 2012
Jason Best, Movie Talk

Nazis on the moon! What could be more brilliantly bonkers than the lunatic premise of satirical sci-fi action comedy Iron Sky? Sadly, Finnish director Timo Vuorensola fails to make the most of his con... Full Review

Mark Adams
May 24, 2012
Mark Adams, Daily Mirror [UK]

The space battle scenes are impressive, Julia Dietze is sexy and demure as the Nazi schoolteacher sent to Earth and there are genuinely funny moments. Full Review

David Jenkins
May 24, 2012
David Jenkins, Little White Lies

Lowballing schlock and nothing more. Full Review

Graham Young
May 23, 2012
Graham Young, Birmingham Post

Stylishly made with some terrific effects, Iron Sky also draws on everything from Star Wars to Dr Strangelove, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and a Sarah Palin-style US President in Stephanie Paul... Full Review

May 23, 2012
Film4

It's Nazis from space. Cult movie fans will basically know what to expect. It's just a shame it couldn't have been a bit better. Full Review

Tim Evans
May 23, 2012
Tim Evans, Sky Movies

Madchens in tight blouses, space travelling stormtroopers, - was ist not to like? Full Review

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