Plot Analysis Summary
A British-American sci-fi mystery telefilm structured around its creative development, cast assembly, and international distribution.
Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Concept & Creative Foundation
The film is established as a British-American sci-fi mystery telefilm. Key creative roles including director and writer are assigned to shape the narrative vision.
Key Events
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Sci-Fi Mystery Concept — Establishment of the film as a British-American sci-fi mystery telefilm.
Location: Production Studio
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Director Appointment — Michael Lindsay-Hogg is confirmed as the director.
Location: Production Office
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Screenplay Finalization — Carla Jean Wagner completes the script for the telefilm.
Location: Writer's Room
Production & Technical Assembly
Musical composition and cinematography are finalized to establish the visual and auditory tone. The production consortium of LWT, Tamara, and Viacom unites resources.
Key Events
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Screenplay Finalization — Carla Jean Wagner completes the script for the telefilm.
Location: Writer's Room
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Musical Score Composition — Trevor Jones composes the original musical score.
Location: Recording Studio
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Cinematography Setup — David Watkin handles the film photography and visual style.
Location: Film Set
Casting & Lead Integration
The three primary protagonists are officially cast, forming the core ensemble. Their collaboration marks the transition from pre-production to active filming.
Key Events
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Lead Casting Announcement — The three main protagonists are officially cast and announced.
Location: Casting Office
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Production Consortium — LWT, Tamara Asseyev Productions, and Viacom Productions collaborate.
Location: Production Company
Premiere & International Distribution
The telefilm premieres on May 9, 1989, reaching its initial audience. Subsequent regional releases adapt the title for Argentine and Spanish markets.
Key Events
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Premiere Screening — The telefilm officially premieres on May 9, 1989.
Location: Broadcast Network
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Argentine Release — The film is released under the title 'Crimen en la luna'.
Location: Argentina
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Spanish Release — The film is released under the title 'Asesinato en la luna'.
Location: Spain
After a nuclear war on Earth, the Soviet Union and the U.S. both establish outposts on the moon. When a murder occurs on the outpost, both U.S. and Soviet investigators are forced to work on the case together.
