Fly Me to the Moon Christian review

Hey friend, want to watch Fly Me to the Moon? It is an amazing, quirky rom-com set against the backdrop of the Apollo 11 mission. The combination of Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum is a little unexpected, but surprisingly good. Their chemistry is also quite amazing. A little romance, a little comedy, and that classic “will-they-won’t-they” vibe that always feels good. But there is a twist in the movie that is not too superficial. There are some moral questions in it that will definitely make the Christian viewers think.

So, this is the story: Kelly Jones (Scarlett), a marketing expert, is hired to improve the image of NASA a little. Because space race is not that popular anymore. Then Cole Davis (Tatum), a serious launch director, who is already under stress, is introduced. These two absolutely clash at first, but as always happens, slowly mutual respect and attraction develops. It’s a classic rom-com formula, but there’s a twist here-Kelly also has to prepare a fake moon landing for NASA, just in case the real mission fails.

And this is the real twist of the movie. Kelly has to prepare this fake moon landing. She doesn’t want it, but there is pressure. Seeing this I also thought, brother, this moral dilemma is quite tough. If we look at the movie from the perspective of what we are taught in the Bible about truth and honesty (Ephesians 4:15), then the movie is really challenging our moral complexities. Will we compromise our integrity? This is a question which we all face at some point or the other in our lives. While watching Kelly’s struggle, one can understand the tension that exists between truth and lie.

And yes, in the end Kelly understands her actions and confesses everything. She accepts her mistakes and gets her redemption. This is a good lesson for Christian viewers—never try to hide your truth, no matter what it is. But the moral complexities shown can create some discomfort. Sometimes in life it seems easy to tell a lie, but the movie shows that sticking to the truth is always tougher.

Now talking about the romance, it is also quite sweet. The chemistry between Channing and Scarlett seems right. A little playful banter, a little emotional growth, and a little tension—all that is required for a typical rom-com vibe is there. But there is one issue. Scarlett’s outfits are a little revealing. Now this may make some people uncomfortable, especially if you give a lot of importance to modesty. If you are watching with your family, or are sensitive like this, then definitely consider this.

The content of the movie is rated PG-13, which is usual, but there are some things which will force you to pause a little. Swearing – like “damn” and “bitch” – is not such a big issue, but if you find these things sensitive then… you may have a little problem. There is also a little blasphemy, which Christian viewers may definitely find a little awkward. Smoking is also shown, which doesn’t look that good in today’s time. But still, this movie is set in the 60s, so it is a little understandable.

I think Fly Me to the Moon is a good entertaining movie, but the deeper themes make one think a lot. This movie is focused on truth, integrity and moral dilemmas. If you are a Christian, while watching the movie you will definitely feel how each character deals with his or her decisions. Kelly’s moral struggle, finding the balance between one’s own truth and one’s own good—these are the things that happen in everyone’s life. The movie is not perfect, it has some flaws, but if you want to watch a rom-com with a little moral complexity, then it is definitely worth watching! Just be ready to think a little, because after the movie all these questions will remain in your mind.