Over the Moon

| 2020

Directed by: Glen Keane, John Kahrs

Main Plot

"Over the Moon," directed by Glen Keane and John Kahrs, follows the story of Fei Fei, a bright young girl who is deeply affected by the loss of her mother. Determined to prove the existence of the Moon Goddess, Chang'e, a figure from her mother's stories, Fei Fei builds a rocket to the moon. Her journey takes her to the fantastical Lunaria, a vibrant, otherworldly realm. There, she encounters a host of whimsical creatures and faces various challenges. Throughout her adventure, Fei Fei learns about love, loss, and the importance of moving forward. The film blends heartfelt moments with musical numbers, creating a touching narrative about family and resilience.

Characters

  • Fei Fei, a young girl, builds a rocket to meet the moon goddess, Chang'e, in a quest to prove her mother's stories true.
  • Brycen Hall voices Chin, a lively and mischievous young boy who befriends Fei Fei and helps her on her quest to prove the existence of the Moon Goddess.
  • Ruthie Ann Miles voices Mother, who inspires her daughter Fei Fei with tales of the Moon Goddess, sparking Fei Fei's adventurous quest to prove the legend true.

Ending Explained

In the animated film "Over the Moon," directed by Glen Keane and John Kahrs, the story concludes with Fei Fei, the young protagonist, achieving emotional closure and personal growth. After a series of adventures on the moon, Fei Fei helps the moon goddess, Chang'e, come to terms with her own grief over losing her true love, Houyi. This journey parallels Fei Fei's struggle with the loss of her mother and her difficulty accepting her father's new relationship. In the climactic moments, Fei Fei and Chang'e confront their deepest sorrows, symbolized by a dark, oppressive space called the Chamber of Exquisite Sadness. Through mutual support and understanding, they find the strength to move forward. Chang'e releases her hold on the past, allowing Houyi's spirit to ascend, while Fei Fei accepts her father's new partner, Mrs. Zhong, and her son, Chin, into her life. The film concludes with Fei Fei returning to Earth, where she embraces her blended family and finds peace. The final scenes depict a harmonious family dinner, signifying Fei Fei's acceptance and the healing of her heart.

Glen Keane John Kahrs Animation Adventure Comedy Glen Keane Brycen Hall Ruthie Ann Miles