Over the Moon: A Cosmic Comedy of Errors
Fei Fei: “So, you’re telling me my mother’s stories about the Moon Goddess are real? Time to build a spaceship!”
Fei Fei’s Dad: “Uh, honey, you might want to consider a career in engineering instead of space travel.”
Fei Fei: “Nonsense! If I can just get to the Moon, I’ll prove that Chang’e exists. I’m sure she’ll be thrilled to see me!”
Fei Fei’s Dad: “And you think she’ll just drop everything for a teenage girl with a makeshift rocket?”
Fei Fei: “Watch me!”
Fast forward through some heartstring-tugging backstory and a few tear-jerking moments, and our girl Fei Fei builds her quirky little rocket. Complete with a cat named Bungee who is absolutely no help at all, she blasts off into space, leaving her somewhat skeptical father and her annoying new step-brother, Chin, behind.
Chin: “Good luck finding the Moon Goddess, Fei Fei! You know she’s probably busy with moon stuff, right?”
Fei Fei: “Shush! I’ve got a Moon to find!”
Upon landing, Fei Fei discovers a vibrant, cartoonish world that would make Dr. Seuss weep with joy. She meets a zany cast of characters, including a giant, fluffy creature named Gobi who has the most questionable fashion sense. Gobi’s like that friend who always suggests the weirdest places to eat, except he’s a moon creature who wants to be a star.
Gobi: “You’re looking for Chang’e? Well, good luck! She’s got a lot of moon business to deal with!”
Fei Fei: “But I need to convince her to come back to Earth and prove she exists!”
Meanwhile, Chang’e is living her best life, throwing extravagant parties for moon bunnies and singing catchy pop songs. She’s basically the Beyoncé of the moon, but with a backstory that’s more tragic than a Shakespearean play. Turns out, she’s trapped in her own celestial bubble, mourning the loss of her true love.
Chang’e: “Oh, sweet Fei Fei, I can’t just leave! I have a whole moon kingdom to run and a heart that’s too shattered to fix!”
After some colorful musical numbers that could rival any Broadway production, Fei Fei realizes that the real journey isn’t just about proving the Moon Goddess exists, but about moving on from her own grief. It’s a lesson in love, loss, and the importance of family—because let’s face it, you can’t build a rocket without a little emotional baggage!
In the end, Fei Fei returns to Earth with a newfound understanding of her mother’s love and the strength to embrace her family’s future, even if it includes an annoying step-brother. The film wraps up with a heartfelt reunion that’s sure to leave you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside, even if you spent the first half of the movie wondering why no one thought to just Google “Moon Goddess.”
Fei Fei: “Next time, I’ll just send her a text!”
And there you have it, folks! “Over the Moon” is a delightful mix of whimsy, adventure, and the kind of emotional growth that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. So grab your space helmets and prepare for a journey that’s equal parts hilarious and heartwarming!