At The Moon Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for At The Moon.
At The Moon Ending Explained: Gleb is a golden youth boy, an idler living a lavish life. Directed by Egor Konchalovsky, this 2020 drama film stars Aleksandr Baluev, alongside Vitaly Kishchenko, Ivan Arkhangelskiy as Gleb, Stepan Lapin. With a 6.6/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of At The Moon?
Gleb is a golden youth boy, an idler living a lavish life. He believes he’s not obliged to comply with any rules. But one night during a street race he knocks down a man, and is about to go to prison. His wealthy and influential father has all the power to save his son from prison. But he wants Gleb to reconsider life values, and brings the young boy to a northern village far away from civilization.
Egor Konchalovsky's narrative builds toward a resolution centered on Aleksandr Baluev's journey. He believes he’s not obliged to comply with any rules.
How Does Aleksandr Baluev's Story End?
- Aleksandr Baluev: Aleksandr Baluev's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Vitaly Kishchenko: Vitaly Kishchenko's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- Ivan Arkhangelskiy (Gleb): Ivan Arkhangelskiy's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of At The Moon Mean?
At The Moon's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Aleksandr Baluev may feel rushed. Egor Konchalovsky's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.