Tommy was pulled under and strangled some more during an underwater struggle, until he showed no more signs of life.Dorothy recognized him ("as a real live detective" from years earlier) and introduced herself to him.But then Ray pondered about why he should build the field - it would fulfill the unrealized dreams of his father:I""m 36 years old.G.Wells""First Men in the Moon (1901).This film, Melies"" 400th and most notable film, was made on an astronomical budget for the time of 10,000 Francs - risky, but worthwhile since it was hugely successful.