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Moonlight

Play trailer 1:55 Poster for Moonlight R 2016 1h 51m Drama LGBTQ+ Play Trailer Watchlist
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A look at three defining chapters in the life of Chiron, a young black man growing up in Miami. His epic journey to manhood is guided by the kindness, support and love of the community that helps raise him.
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Critics Consensus

Moonlight uses one man's story to offer a remarkable and brilliantly crafted look at lives too rarely seen in cinema.

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Andrea Thompson Chicago Reader 06/21/2023
Jenkins portrays a world so often fetishized and reduced to its most violent outcomes from the inside, with tenderness and Wong Kar-wai’s influence on his cinematic sleeve. Go to Full Review Nijla Mu'min Bitch Media 02/17/2021
Moonlight displays the kind of empathy and humanity that we desperately need right now. Go to Full Review Elena Lazic Little White Lies 03/21/2018
Jenkins' authorial voice is resounding and strong and his determination admirable. Go to Full Review Jaylan Salah Vague Visages Jul 6
"Not only does it feel true to its origins, but it also speaks to viewers from different parts of the world." Go to Full Review Joe Lipsett The Queer Gaze (Podcast) Jul 24
5/5
Jenkins' gorgeous adaptation presents a triptych dedicated to a specific queer, Black experience that is undeniably universal. Go to Full Review Don Shanahan Every Movie Has a Lesson Jul 20
5/5
The film uncannily rises above the wrongful stereotypes associated with sexual orientation and urban settings to assuage its dangers with an uncommon and persistent pulse towards messages of acceptance, healing, and heart. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Juandi Jul 6 Finally got around to watching this for the first time & wow what a story. Great acting performances & such a heartfelt storyline. It definitely leaves you wanting more of it by the end. I hope everyone involved with this film is very proud of their work. See more Angie Jun 23 literally ive seen this movie 5 times and finally for the 6th time I got to see it on screen. this movie will never not make me emotional and I mean when I say this is the perfect movie. One of the few times I see a movie handle a subject like this one so tenderly but with so much passion and do it correctly. watch it immediately. See more Lucas H 06/19/2021 this was an interesting experience, the movie was good and very sad sometimes, I expected something different but it was good never the less, the ending is very abrupt tho See more XY X. @Hmjoker Jun 23 So bad, almost everything is off See more Blake- N @PBSAniDom Jun 4 Moonlight is a perfect drama film and one of the finest releases from A24. From the opening moments, it draws you into its world with powerful storytelling, emotional depth, and an incredible sense of authenticity. What impressed me most was how beautifully the film is crafted. The cinematography is stunning, the music is memorable, and every scene feels purposeful. The movie tells its story with confidence, allowing the emotions to speak for themselves. The performances are outstanding across the board. Each actor brings sincerity and depth to their role, making the characters feel real and relatable. The film handles its themes with care and maturity, creating a lasting emotional impact. Overall, Moonlight is a masterpiece of modern cinema. Its exceptional direction, performances, and storytelling come together to create an unforgettable experience. It is a film that stays with you long after the credits roll, 10/10. See more Kristofer K @kbkaizer May 13 No notes. Bringing originality with a three part act split by decade, this movie will take you over emotionally the minute you turn it on, focusing on themes of the hardships of growing up gay. See more Read all reviews
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Barry Jenkins

Director

Mahershala Ali

Juan

Alex R. Hibbert

Little

Ashton Sanders

Chiron

Trevante Rhodes

Black

Janelle Monáe

Teresa

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Movie Info

Synopsis A look at three defining chapters in the life of Chiron, a young black man growing up in Miami. His epic journey to manhood is guided by the kindness, support and love of the community that helps raise him.
Director
Barry Jenkins
Producer
Adele Romanski, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner
Screenwriter
Barry Jenkins
Distributor
A24
Production Co
Plan B Entertainment, Pastel, Upload Films
Rating
R (Drug Use|Brief Violence|Language Throughout|Some Sexuality)
Genre
Drama, LGBTQ+
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 18, 2016, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 21, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA)
$27.9M
Runtime
1h 51m
Sound Mix
Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)