Operation Avalanche

"Celluloid-sniffing cinephiles, conspiracy theorists and alternate-history enthusiasts alike should have a field day with Matt Johnson’s faux-documentary, a technically deft, but tonally flat blend of fact and fiction that posits a different backstory to the historic 1969 moon landing of Apollo 11."

"Demonstrates that there's still plenty of room left within the found-footage format to craft fresh, high-concept projects, regardless of the fact that no one's falling for their alleged authenticity any longer."

"This mischievous, winking sensibility lends lightness and bounce to a story that’s not without menace and even some pathos."

"The ending doesn't quite land the gut punch it's hoping for, but this is more about fun than about exposing deep, nefarious truths. At least, I think it is."

"With its Creedence Clearwater Revival-inspired soundtrack and clever use of different types of film stock and grades, there's a lot to like about this wildly inventive what if scenario."

"An enjoyable exercise in creative low-budget, DIY special effects-enhanced film-making - one which finds fresh inspiration in the whole tired found-footage shtick."

"It's as dizzying as it sounds, but more the fun-house version of disorienting."

"Even more remarkable, the shaky camerawork always maintains spatial orientation, so that viewers can follow each beat of the plot despite the shifting perspectives."

"Avalanche will attract more attention for its sneaky ethic...and for its efforts at recreating a period-appropriate look."

"A small step rather than a giant leap."