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‘The Eagle Obsession’ Screened to Enthusiastic Fans at Moonbase ’99

‘The Eagle Obsession’ Screened to Enthusiastic Fans at Moonbase ’99

Moonbase ’99 is an Italian fan-run convention and community dedicated to celebrating classic science fiction, especially the legacy of Space: 1999 and related series. Held in Modena and organized by long-time enthusiasts, the event brings together fans from around Italy and beyond for panels, screenings, memorabilia exhibits, special guests, and shared appreciation of iconic sci-fi universes. The convention’s focus on fan culture and nostalgia provides a perfect backdrop for projects that honor beloved franchises and the impact they have had on generations of viewers.

At the Moonbase ’99 convention, The Eagle Obsession found a passionate audience among die-hard Space: 1999 fans. Screened as part of the program, the documentary was met with enthusiasm and strong engagement from attendees, many of whom have followed the franchise since childhood. The event offered an opportunity to showcase the film’s celebration of both the fictional Eagle spacecraft and the real-world passion of its fan base, helping to build early visibility, word-of-mouth support, and community momentum that aligns with the broader strategy for the project’s distribution and audience growth.

“Truly a beautiful documentary, born from an authentic passion and filled with rare and precious moments! We didn’t expect such completeness and variety! Thank you!”

Daria Quercia and Fabio E. Vascellari

“I really liked TEO, although perhaps my judgment—like that of others—may be slightly influenced by being a fan of our Eagle. It definitely hit the mark and it was excellent to approach the topic from so many different angles. The interviews were very well chosen, always following the logic of presenting different perspectives. Jeffrey’s passion for the subject is felt and perceived in every part of the film, which becomes a true tribute to our legendary Eagle.”

Gianmarco Corbetta

“Beautiful! In every sequence you can feel the author’s passion for the series Space: 1999. For us fans it was an emotional and captivating experience. We also greatly appreciated the care and professionalism with which it was made.”

Gabriela Guidetti and Mario Guatteri

“We watched the documentary and found it beautiful, very professional, engaging, and it shows how many people are in love with the Eagle and what they are willing to do for that passion. It’s an obsession—but a positive one—that brings people together.”

Elena Faro and Paolo Attivissimo

“A big round of applause to Jeffrey Morris, who succeeded with his documentary in superbly describing a world that made us dream and still makes us dream today!”

Laura Orlando and Germàn Impache

“Jeffrey is very skilled at what he does and at involving both the actors and others. Watched with pleasure!”

Lorenzo Bartoli

“The documentary reveals the author’s unbridled passion, who truly loves this vehicle of the future. His search for others who share his passion strengthens what he expresses throughout the work. I was pleased that “the space figure” par excellence, William “Kirk” Shatner, was involved, bringing together two sci-fi series I love. Congratulations, Jeffrey!”

Nicola Vianello

“When I read that a documentary about the Eagle from Space: 1999 (also one of my obsessions) was being made, I thought it was excessive. Instead, watching it, I liked it very much: interesting, in-depth, always varied, never slowing down. Truly fantastic!”

Marcello Rossi

“It’s very well made and you can see Jeffrey’s passion both in making it and in promoting his initiative.
It would be interesting if he could make a full feature film with a proper plot, actors, and of course Eagles! I know he was supposed to be a guest in Modena but, due to known issues, it wasn’t possible; perhaps we’ll have another opportunity in the future, maybe to ask him about editorial developments of his film.”

Marco Rizzo

“I think it’s VERY well made (professional job!), showing all the influences the Eagle got from other franchises, showing its impact on other franchises AND people (definitely a documentary showing the impact on people), with lots of fascinating interviews with people who made the Eagle come to life and having a POSITIVE vibe while not forgetting all the historic and current difficulties. But it doesn’t dwell on negativity—there’s a positive vibe with faith in the future as long as we put in the effort.”

Paul Janssens

“I’m so happy I finally got to watch your fantastic documentary! I was blown away by your dedication to this project—which turned out to be amazing—and also by the high quality of the images, soundtrack, and technical beauty. Every part filled me with strong emotions, from your interviews with Nick Tate and Barbara Bain to your meeting with Charlie Duke, a real-life hero who walked on the Moon! My heart was with you every step of the way during your wonderful journey on both sides of the ocean, looking for the people who made space travel (real and fictional) happen and changed your life—and ours—forever.”

Silvana Corti

“It was a pleasure to watch The Eagle Obsession because from the very beginning, I understood it was a labor of love, but also a very professional, well-designed documentary that captured the spirit of our generation. I was one of the many kids who watched Space: 1999 in the 1970s and was inspired by the Eagle and the possibility of living in a positive, futuristic society. I especially appreciated how the real history of space travel was interwoven with Gerry Anderson’s series and its protagonists, showing how sci-fi and human endeavor can go hand in hand because their ideas and inspirations are so similar.”

Lorenzo Bolla

“Frankly, I was unaware of this work until Giuliano promoted it during the convention. As a child, I built Eagles with LEGO—and they turned out pretty well—and I imagined a thousand adventures with another friend who shared my passion for Space: 1999. I never would have imagined that this passion for such a unique spaceship could inspire someone to create a cinematic work involving, among others, an actor like Nick Tate and an astronaut like Charles Duke! A sincere thank you for this fantastic work created with great care and passion!

Cristiano Zavaglia

“Congratulations, an excellent feature-length film that conveys all the passion for our beloved series… I hope for a future sequel!”

Francesco Mele

“What more can I say? For me, it was truly wonderful to see some behind-the-scenes moments and the passion that so many fans share!”

Elena Albertini

“I expected great professionalism, given the premises, but what struck me most was the richness of the work! Magnificent—a “Must Have” for all fans, who keep asking me when it will be available on the market!”

Giuliano “Giulz” Frattini

“You managed to make that childhood dream of the Eagles from Space: 1999 come alive and real, transforming a sci-fi icon into a tangible and emotional experience. You captured the essence of that epic flight with rare mastery—an homage that touches the hearts of those who, like me, grew up with those legendary episodes of the series. Brilliant!”

Marco Serretta