Alright folks, let’s talk about *Apollo 18*. Yep, that one. The “found footage” horror flick that takes us to the moon and back—or does it? While it’s not every day you see a horror film set in space, especially one that claims to reveal the “real reason” we never went back to the moon, *Apollo 18* manages to pique your curiosity while leaving you scratching your head at times.

So here’s the story: NASA sends a secret mission to the moon in December 1973. Three astronauts, equipped with what looks like some decades-old GoPros, get to experience some really creepy lunar happenings. At first, you might feel like you’re just watching a dusty archive, but hang in there because things get weird. You get this eerie, claustrophobic vibe that kinda feels like you’re stuck in a broom closet. In space. With monsters.

Now, there’s something nostalgic about those grainy, black-and-white shots. They remind me of those cold winter nights in my childhood, sitting in front of the TV in Sollentuna, glued to old sci-fi movies. But the nostalgia only takes you so far. *Apollo 18* tries to merge science fiction with horror but ends up like a lunar rover bogged down in space dust. It’s packed with tension but often lacks that punch—the “oomph” you expect from good horror.

The film tries really hard to make you believe it’s actual footage. At times, the shaky cam and frantic whispers pull you in, but then, the plot holes and strange astronaut decisions yank you right out. I was torn between being spooked and being slightly annoyed. It’s like when you’re engrossed in a Henning Mankell novel, only to be interrupted by some random TV commercial.

I gotta share this: back in the day, my buddy and I used to debate conspiracy theories over a pint at our local pub. Watching *Apollo 18* brought me back to that boozy argument about the moon landings. That sense of “Could it be real?”. The film captures that sensation pretty damn well, but just don’t expect a neat, convincing package.

Maybe I’m being too hard on it. Or maybe not. It’s unique, no doubt, but struggles to hit all the right notes. If you’re into mixing lunar landscapes with low-key existential dread, give it a whirl.

For those curious souls, here’s the trailer to get a taste: Apollo 18