Moon Manor

Released Feb 25, 2022

1h 43m

Comedy

Drama

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90%

10 Reviews

Tomatometer

89%

Fewer than 50 Ratings

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Today is Jimmy's last day alive. He has advancing Alzheimer's, so he's decided to die like he has lived -- with intention, humor, and zest. In his last day on Earth, he'll show an obituary writer, his death doula, his estranged brother, his caretaker, a surreal being, and the guests at his fabulous FUN-eral, that perhaps the art of living is actually the art of dying.

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Nate W

Moon Manor takes a hard and humorous look at the art of living and dying. The colorful cast of characters, and the brilliant portrayal of the death doula by Debra Wilson, will stay with you long after the film ends.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/02/23

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Audience Member

Ummm wow. A friend who's taste I trust told me to watch this, omg this movie is so hilarious and thought provoking. Reminded me of Harold and Maude which is one of the best films of all cinema. I fell in love with each actor and was impressed by the balanced representation and points of view. Will be recommending to everyone I know. I hope to see more from these filmmakers.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/18/23

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Audience Member

This movie is funny, heartwarming and sad, all rolled into a spiritual journey that helps us think more deeply about what it means to live and die meaningfully. Death is definitely not talked about enough, and this movie inspired me have some important conversations with my parents about their end-of-life wishes.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/12/23

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Audience Member

Original. Thought-provoking. Touching.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/27/23

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Audience Member

There is a lot of heart in this film and a lot of love for the subject and the subject matter. While some of the characters seem like "caricatures," all of the actors give authentic, enjoyable performances. The payoff comes right at the end. The conscious choice that Jimmy makes is extremely powerful and made all the more real by the fact that we have really gotten to know him by then. The ending has stayed with me. Watch this movie with your partner or your friend and see what conversations it inspires in your own life!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/20/23

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Audience Member

Moon manor was a glimpse into a riveting bitter sweet story that most wish they can be apart of and get to be as this movie team lightheartedly executes such a hard subject that most struggle with but yet make the understanding of this subject beautiful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/04/23

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Marya E. Gates

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Although it’s about death, it’s really a film that celebrates all the mess and glory of living your life to the fullest.

Feb 13, 2024

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Jeffrey M. Anderson

Common Sense Media

While a movie about someone's end of life might sound scary or like a downer, this open-hearted drama is the opposite, full of joy, love, wisdom, and even sly humor.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 25, 2023

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Jason Delgado

Film Threat

Moon Manor might not seem like it is for everyone, given the topic. But hopefully, it will be seen by a wide audience because the beauty of cinema is that it can show us different perspectives.

Rated: 8/10

Apr 1, 2022

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Valerie Kalfrin

AWFJ.org

A comedy-drama about a subject--euthanasia--that can weigh a sentence like a lead balloon, MOON MANOR is somehow whimsical, witty, and stirring enough to take flight.

Mar 19, 2022

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Jon Mendelsohn

CBR

Moon Manor beautifully tells the life story of its lead actor, James Carrozo, equipped with pleasing cinematography and great performances.

Mar 15, 2022

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Debopriyaa Dutta

Screen Rant

Chronicling a man's last day on earth, Moon Manor is delightful and heartbreaking at once, philosophizing what it means to live a meaningful life.

Rated: 4.5/5

Mar 15, 2022

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Synopsis

Today is Jimmy's last day alive. He has advancing Alzheimer's, so he's decided to die like he has lived -- with intention, humor, and zest. In his last day on Earth, he'll show an obituary writer, his death doula, his estranged brother, his caretaker, a surreal being, and the guests at his fabulous FUN-eral, that perhaps the art of living is actually the art of dying.

Director: Machete Bang Bang, Erin Granat
Producer: Machete Bang Bang, Raul Gasteazoro, Akemi Look, Nick Nakahara
Screenwriter: Machete Bang Bang, Erin Granat
Distributor: Good Deed Entertainment
Production Co: KnifeRock Productions, Minutehand Pictures
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Feb 25, 2022, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 11, 2022
Runtime: 1h 43m

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