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Journey to Planet X, a witty and captivating documentary, follows two amateur filmmakers Troy Bernier and Eric Swain as they embark on a quest to make a science-fiction film while balancing their full-time jobs and personal lives. Themed around a "scientific breakthrough that alters the course of human history," their script, "Planet X," features a team of astronauts traveling through space to the titular planet X, where they discover an alien civilization that holds the key to saving humanity.

To bring their vision to life, Troy and Eric spend their weekends scouring for cheap props and filming locations, recruiting their friends and family to act, and perfecting every detail to create a cinematic experience that will leave the audience in awe. Their dedication and passion for filmmaking are evident as they take on every challenge that comes their way with humor and ingenuity.

Despite their lack of expertise, the duo approaches their project with a meticulousness and confidence that quickly garners the support of the local community, leading to premiering their movie at a film festival. As they path their way towards their goal, we witness the raw joy and excitement of the two filmmakers as they meet with small-time producers, photographers, and actors who hop on board during this journey to create something from nothing.

The ups and downs of their filmmaking journey are intercut with interviews with the filmmakers, their friends and family, and the people joining them in their project. These interviews offer insight into their personal lives and the struggles they face, including juggling full-time jobs, raising children, and dealing with financial constraints. However, they remain determined to see their project through to the end, regardless of the obstacles.

As the creation of the film progresses, their once simple home-brewed project takes on a life of its own, requiring more work and dedication than they initially anticipated. But no hurdles are too great as they trek on, showing an unwavering conviction to complete their masterpiece.

Journey to Planet X is a heartwarming and funny documentary that showcases the passion of two filmmakers who live and breathe science-fiction. It is a delightful homage to homemade movies that captures the spirit of creator-driven content, and it is sure to appeal to anyone who has ever dreamed of making a film, regardless of experience or skill. The documentary is a must-watch for those looking for an optimistic, inspiring portrayal of creativity and the power of human determination.

Journey to Planet X is a 2014 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 18 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.8.