Mountains of the Moon

“Mountains of the Moon,” directed by Bob Rafelson, is an adventurous historical drama that chronicles the epic journey of explorers Richard Francis Burton and John Hanning Speke as they embark on a perilous expedition to locate the source of the Nile River in the mid-19th century. The film delves into the challenges they face, including harsh environments, cultural encounters, and the testing of their friendship, all set against the backdrop of colonial exploration.