On the 40th anniversary of the first moon landing, here are two films that document man's journeys to the moon.

For All Mankind (1989)

This film directed by Al Reinert was just rereleased by Criterion on Blu-ray. Reinert is able to create a compelling narraive without the use of the talking heads format, the current standard. Instead, the film uses real footage from NASA's Apollo missions and includes voice-over commentary from many of the astronauts on those missions.

In the Shadow of the Moon (2007)

David Sington's documentary combines archival footage with interviews from all the surviving astronauts who walked on the moon, with the notable exception of Niel Armstrong. Although very astronaut showcases his unique eloquence, wit, and sheer guts, Michael Collins, who had to stay in orbit as Aldrin and Armstrong walked on the moon, steals the show.