The First Men in the Moon

The First Men in the Moon is a black and white silent film from 1919, directed by Bruce Gordon and J.L.V. Leigh. The film is based on H. G. Wells' 1901 science fiction novel The First Men in the Moon. This, the 1919 version is the original film and there has since been many other adaptations of the original story on the big screen, radio and video. When the world learns that a select team of astronauts is to land on the moon, there is great excit... more

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Bruce Gordon

Bruce Gordon (born February 1, 1916) is an American actor best known for playing Frank Nitti in the ABC television series The Untouchables. Born in Fitchburg,...

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The First Men in the Moon

The First Men in the Moon is a 1901 scientific romance novel by the British author H. G. Wells. The novel tells the story of a journey to the moon undertaken by the two protagonists, the impoverished businessman Mr Bedford and the brilliant but eccentric scientist Dr. Cavor. On arrival, Bedford and...
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