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Really, i would rate this a solid 7, but like others I am over rating to make up for the 4.5. I laughed out loud multiple times watching this movie and chuckled most of the way through it. I grew up in the 80's and this definitely reminded me of the movies during that time. Perfect for watching at home.

Watching this movie is a lot like being on a cruise by yourself. It does capture an accurate picture of the typical sailing. Lots of old people on scooters. There are some laugh out loud moments, but you need to have been on a cruise to find them funny. Awkward banter from ship's staff, silly games etc. Everyone probably knows somebody like the Baron, or at least met one at a party. We end up feeling sorry for him, and I imagine he is a good person at heart. I would do my best to smile and laugh at his stories, but then look for any opportunity to escape. The film is just not very good and too long. About 30 minutes in I was looking to escape.

This series is more about relationships than aliens or planets. That means it progresses slowly. The acting is done well and the writers did a good job getting the audience to identify with at least one of the astronauts. The characters are all given an interesting backstory. Hillary Swank just hasn't been given the great roles she should have gotten after Million Dollar Baby and Boys Don't Cry. Hopefully she will attract more character roles now that she is older - like Jane Lynch or Kathy Bates have.