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Dominik08Aug 15, 2023

A refined production, with no obvious weaknesses based on rational empathy.

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AgentLviJun 27, 2023

Decent movie. The story is so --so, scoring is great, visual is decent, and the voice is also great

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shumatFeb 3, 2023

very good film i fully reccomend it for everybody who likes the action and who likes this kind of drama

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BruterakeJul 15, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O filme é estranho tem umas cenas desconfortáveis como quando ta ele com sl 9 anos de idade ai todo mundo mostra o p** um pro outro aquilo ali achei bizarro mas enfim. O filme é meio chatinho mas ai ele engrena bem dps dele matar o mano lá com a cadeirada, vi gente comentando que n gostou do diálogo final que é um ponto alto pra mim achei interessante toda a conversa e a tensão que cria vc acha q o Chiron vai matar o Kevin pq ele não fala nada ele é estranho, mesmo assim recomendo é um filme diferenciado.… Expand

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Jaredc324May 7, 2019

Magnetic filmmaking. I was peeled the whole time. The pacing, the editing, the acting and the smoothness of the whole story was purifying. I felt nourished and awoken at the same time. This is an example of simplicity isn't what wins, craftMagnetic filmmaking. I was peeled the whole time. The pacing, the editing, the acting and the smoothness of the whole story was purifying. I felt nourished and awoken at the same time. This is an example of simplicity isn't what wins, craft is the bed that a film lives or dies on. Here it's built to near perfection.… Expand

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siggi104Jul 8, 2022

Definitely deserved to win best picture. I would call it a must-watch. Love the music selection.

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LuissDtJun 24, 2022

It does not matter if Moonlight did not deserve that award for best movie, for me it is a masterpiece that manages to be so magical and heartbreaking in every way

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EDOGGYTHEMOVIEMay 16, 2022

This movie is really good. This movie is really good. This movie is really good.

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sugarniteApr 5, 2022

I love just about everything in this movie. It’s a heartbreaking, inspiring story told in three distinct segments. The music and beautiful cinematography elevate even the most mundane scene to excellent heights.

I’m writing this review toI love just about everything in this movie. It’s a heartbreaking, inspiring story told in three distinct segments. The music and beautiful cinematography elevate even the most mundane scene to excellent heights.

I’m writing this review to anybody who has not seen the film. Definitely go see it.… Expand

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SakataMar 20, 2022

The film has masterful performances by Mahershala Ali and Naomie Harris, in addition to a very well-kept script and competent direction by Barry Jenkins. No wonder it won the Oscar for Best Picture in 2017.

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kyle20ellisMar 18, 2022

Wanted to see as many 2016 films as possible, especially those that won or were nominated for the big awards. Took me a while to see 'Moonlight', with the controversy it garnered when it was announced for the Best Picture Oscar and the amountWanted to see as many 2016 films as possible, especially those that won or were nominated for the big awards. Took me a while to see 'Moonlight', with the controversy it garnered when it was announced for the Best Picture Oscar and the amount of hate it's got here part of me was wary.

Finally getting round to seeing 'Moonlight', it turned out that it was more than well worth the while and that the wariness was not needed. 'Moonlight' is not a perfect film and may not have been my personal pick for the Best Picture award (for me that was 'La La Land' though that is not a popular opinion it seems). Truly admired what it set out to do and found it a brave and powerful film, despite what the detractors say there is far more to 'Moonlight's' appeal than politics, sexuality and race (clearly trying to find conspiracy theories and reasons for why a film they dislike is loved by others, without taking into account that the film simply just connected to and resonated with those who liked it).

'Moonlight' does end on an anti-climactic note, some of the last act is a bit rushed. A longer length would have helped as a result, it also would have helped make a couple of events in the first act a little clearer and not so choppy.

It may not say much new, despite the ground-breaking concept on paper with the exploration of lives rarely seen on film, and doesn't always have subtlety. Then again it is tackling far from subtle themes and a heavy subject, so that sort of was going to be inevitable.

However, 'Moonlight' is an exceptionally well made film. The cinematography and editing are some of the most eye-pleasing and best of that year, and can't find anything to fault the expertly handled direction. The music is cleverly mixed and has haunting power and fluidity.

Regarding the writing, it is not perfect, at times as said a little heavy-handed and vague in parts, but it is thought-provoking and handles very ambitious, relevant, important themes with power, truth and (mostly) delicacy. The story makes the most of the three act structure, it's handled simply but not simplistically and also handled cleverly and with passion, honesty and intelligence. Found myself relating quite a lot to and being moved significantly by the story and found the film handled a heavy and sensitive subject matter with a lot of relevance and importance today more than admirably.

Can't fault the acting, doing wonders with compellingly real characters and strongly defined character relationships (especially the central one). Much has been made of Maharshala Ali and Naomie Harris and deservedly with two of the best performances that year, Ali especially is extraordinary. It is easy though to overlook Alex R. Hibbert, Trevante Rhodes and Ashton Sanders and one shouldn't, as they are just as worthy (particularly Sanders).

Overall, didn't completely blow me away but very well done and with a lot to admire. 8/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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All_ButTrU4Dec 22, 2021

necessary exploration of he dual struggle of being not only black but queer. masculinity is a familiar theme dissected in his movie amongst its tragic love sory.it takes so much care with handling its characters with such a realism that tonecessary exploration of he dual struggle of being not only black but queer. masculinity is a familiar theme dissected in his movie amongst its tragic love sory.it takes so much care with handling its characters with such a realism that to pick out an antagonistic is a useless endeavor because nothing is as black and white. finally placing black queer story's on the forefront was a shocking important decision which excavates a community trapped in rigid ''conservative'' norms such as gender roles and sexualities.… Expand

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ben1322Sep 4, 2021

The best way to describe Moonlight is a painting that is so realistic that it looks like a picture. The film tackles issues people may not have even crossed that average viewer's mind and does it brilliantly. It does not over dramatize, orThe best way to describe Moonlight is a painting that is so realistic that it looks like a picture. The film tackles issues people may not have even crossed that average viewer's mind and does it brilliantly. It does not over dramatize, or over romanticize any moment. Everything is exactly how it should be. It provides insight into all types of challenges mixed into one perspective. Camera work also makes the movie feel first person. Scenes where the camera is half submerged into the ocean invokes nostalgia of when you were young and could barely keep your head above water. Everytime the film leaps in time to a different point in Chiron’s life, the viewer has a lot of catching up to do. Chiron changes on the surface in a substantial manner. However, eventually, you realize that each and every Chiron is the same on the inside. The message of self identity in this film is hammered home. I go back to my point of the film being a realistic painting. Many directors aim for twists on their films to make it feel authentic to themselves, similar to how Picasso may skew his paintings to make it identifiable as “a Picasso” . Barry Jenkins' approach was to make this film authentic to the viewer. He focused on the truth of the matter at hand. He found success in making the matter relatable to viewers who may have never thought to relate to Chiron.… Expand

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Gamzguy17Aug 21, 2021

Despite a few draggy scenes, "Moonlight" is heavy on the visual storytelling while gliding along like a paintbrush to a canvas. It delivers an effective story of a gay man's identity through his three crucial stages of life.

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cdougallAug 20, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Moonlight takes the spot for my second favorite movie of all time. The concept/theme is interesting but the way it’s executed is out of this world and makes that concept/theme so much deeper and more engaging. The writing, directing and acting are all great and this is a movie that proves that you don’t need to have a total A-list cast to make a fantastic and Academy award winning movie; the only actor in this movie who I knew before seeing it was Mahershala Ali, who gave a phenomenal performance and deserved the Academy award that he won for his work in the movie. Chiron is a unique and complex character and it’s really engaging to watch how his personality affects him and his relationships with those he cares about as he grows up. The structure of this movie is also really cool, as it’s divided into 3 sections that each detail a part of Chiron’s life and how he changes as he goes from a boy to a teenager to an adult while still remaining the same in many ways. This is a film that showcases that no matter how old you get or how much mental development you go through, you’ll still be the same person in a lot of ways. The way that the movie flows and transitions through these 3 sections is great and doesn’t feel disruptive to it at all or cause any awkward or abrupt moments. Another thing that makes this movie more unique and complex than it may appear at first glance is how the movie is described in a google search. You’ll see it as “Gay & lesbian/Drama” or “Drama/LGBT” and a synopsis will talk about falling in love. I definitely agree with the drama, and it’s undeniable that Chiron is a gay character, but this movie isn’t about romance or LGBTQ related themes. It certainly includes them and makes sure we know about them, but Moonlight is really a coming of age story that’s rare and underrepresented in cinema and that’s part of what makes this movie as good as it is. I’m sure that there are people in the real world who have stories similar to that of Chiron and yet we never hear about any of them. Moonlight is a film about stories we don’t normally hear or care about. The struggle that Chiron goes through is a product of his upbringing and the environment that surrounds him throughout his life, and it’s a struggle that I’m sure so many other people will be able to relate to. This movie speaks to and for all of those people, and in that way it’s a fascinating work of art. Via all of this, Moonlight is incredibly realistic and accurate of real world situations, something I always appreciate in a film. This movie is a must-see for people who appreciate the genres that form it’s story and plot and well deserves the Academy award for Best Picture that it won.… Expand

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princefan1999Jul 3, 2021

Moonlight

Poignant is, main character, Chiron’s alienation from his peers and through the world of a child, you have to work out why he is different. Meanwhile the score excellently captures the many different moods of his internal journey,Moonlight

Poignant is, main character, Chiron’s alienation from his peers and through the world of a child, you have to work out why he is different.

Meanwhile the score excellently captures the many different moods of his internal journey, fear, love, torment, betrayal and reconciliation.

Chiron is perceived as a victim and bullied until one striking incident. His life is shown at 3 different stages in 3 acts and each offer the viewer something different.

A lot of thought is put behind the story and you can see the intelligence in the smaller details. It took me a second watch to fully enjoy and appreciate the depth behind this masterpiece.… Expand

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PsychopathicTimJun 3, 2021

It was ok, slice of life movies are usually pretty good. But I wasn’t expecting the movie to be a story about the struggles of coming out. It’s fine for what it is, but I do wish there was more clear character development around this movie. IIt was ok, slice of life movies are usually pretty good. But I wasn’t expecting the movie to be a story about the struggles of coming out. It’s fine for what it is, but I do wish there was more clear character development around this movie. I will say the movies soundtrack and art direction is fantastic, and the lighting is very nice!… Expand

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PanchogulApr 8, 2021

Absolutamente fenomenal, una película lgbt que cuenta su historia desde un contexto más duro y realista a diferencia del tono rosa de otras películas de este tipo, abarca de manera muy elocuente temas como el acoso escolar, el abandono y laAbsolutamente fenomenal, una película lgbt que cuenta su historia desde un contexto más duro y realista a diferencia del tono rosa de otras películas de este tipo, abarca de manera muy elocuente temas como el acoso escolar, el abandono y la homosexualidad entre sus personajes, el principal llamado Chiron es un chico solitario que tiene que lidiar consigo mismo, la madurez y el descubrimiento personal prácticamente por cuenta propia y aunque tenga varios defectos y no tiene una redención que lo vuelva victorioso de su propia lucha, es mejor ya que así es el ser humano, imperfecto y real. La banda sonora es bellísima, lo único que no me gustó fue que se deshicieran de Juan tan repentinamente, ya que así se tiró por el drenaje toda su breve aparición en la vida de Chiron.… Expand

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bfoore90Mar 17, 2021

Powerful, simple but effective. Moonlight highlights the struggles that come with being an African American LGBTQ youth in a tough community

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jjlmioMar 12, 2021

Heartwarming storytelling. The casting couldn't make a better job even if they wanted to

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AJ_13Jan 11, 2021

Its a good movie. Neither great nor mediocre. Good acting, good script and good message. Just good.

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bradens584Dec 20, 2020

African American filmmaker Barry Jenkins brings the story of the life of a homosexual black boy named Chiron. The story is told from Chiron’s childhood, to his teenage years and then into adulthood. The cinematography, while personally notAfrican American filmmaker Barry Jenkins brings the story of the life of a homosexual black boy named Chiron. The story is told from Chiron’s childhood, to his teenage years and then into adulthood. The cinematography, while personally not for me, was still creative and fit well with the film. It also contains some great performances, Mahershala Ali really shows his range in this film, and Alex R. Hibbert is one of the best child actors I’ve seen recently. The writing is also good, and the plot flows nicely into an ambiguous ending, which leaves you to reflect upon the rest of the movie.… Expand

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PulSyNov 13, 2020

It was such a discover. A magniloquent, yet restrained, piece of art and solitude.

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garvitAug 31, 2020

One of the best films I have seen. People who like fast-paced movies may not like it, but this movie is perfect.

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RaefAug 23, 2020

This movie and plot is amazing. I love cinematography and actings and The best character development I ever seen in a movie for a while....

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campbellsouptmAug 13, 2020

This movie is art in it’s highest form. The acting is outstanding. The soundtrack is hauntingly beautiful. The cinematography is stunning. It hits you so hard because of how real it is; you can feel Chiron’s pain. Deserves all the accoladesThis movie is art in it’s highest form. The acting is outstanding. The soundtrack is hauntingly beautiful. The cinematography is stunning. It hits you so hard because of how real it is; you can feel Chiron’s pain. Deserves all the accolades and more.… Expand

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LivingTribunalJul 11, 2020

When I only watched only LA LA LAND, I was so sad because I thought LA LA LAND was humiliated in Oscar. I still love LA LA LAND, which is still my second favorite movie of all time, but I still think Moonlight deserves Oscar for all theWhen I only watched only LA LA LAND, I was so sad because I thought LA LA LAND was humiliated in Oscar. I still love LA LA LAND, which is still my second favorite movie of all time, but I still think Moonlight deserves Oscar for all the questions that Moonlight brought. I want to ask, "Who is you, man?"… Expand

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MattKingsburyJun 19, 2020

Moonlight is beautifully shot, with music that really has an emotional impact. The second act is without question the highlight of the story, where there is a drive behind the plot: we see the beauty and the ugliness perfectly captured withinMoonlight is beautifully shot, with music that really has an emotional impact. The second act is without question the highlight of the story, where there is a drive behind the plot: we see the beauty and the ugliness perfectly captured within Chiron's life. The shots where the character's look into the camera are fantastic at drawing you into the feelings of the character. Sadly, the film lacks narrative depth and the plot is limited. Also, the first and third acts drag at moments. Yet after the credits rolled, I couldn't help but be charmed with the film I'd seen.… Expand

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DouglasspompeuJun 11, 2020

Moonlight shows a very realistic story, it's heartbreaking. Containing exceptional actings, but a not so precise directing and some not so satisfying dialogues.

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AndrewHordMay 29, 2020

This is nice film.But it is definitely not deserves 99 out of 100.Sorry for fans,but this film is not that great to has same rate as Chaplin`s City Light or Kurosawa`s Rashomon.It is just good film,but not masterpiece.

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mnemosyneMay 22, 2020

At school, he wanted to be close to his classmates, but he was laughed at and teased repeatedly. At home, his mother with a violent drug addiction attacked him badly, but when the "normal" mother wanted to take care of him, he still lookedAt school, he wanted to be close to his classmates, but he was laughed at and teased repeatedly. At home, his mother with a violent drug addiction attacked him badly, but when the "normal" mother wanted to take care of him, he still looked like a little sheep. Snuggling in her arms, it seems that she has forgotten the violent past, yes, children seem to be like this, because they want to get love, so they will not resent, but his particularity is that it seems that he only wants to love this world, only wants to love this People only want this. Any resistance in this world to him, in addition to being silent, is to obey.… Expand

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MiguelAngel78Mar 7, 2020

Such a powerful interaction amoung characters that are unique and humane. Very good

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TheEventsOf1989Dec 29, 2019

Films with subtlety always have people saying it was to boring to understand, or to safe to merit a voice. If there's any lesson to be learned, it's that Moonlight's subtlety enhances its message and themes, and they don't play it safe, whichFilms with subtlety always have people saying it was to boring to understand, or to safe to merit a voice. If there's any lesson to be learned, it's that Moonlight's subtlety enhances its message and themes, and they don't play it safe, which is fairly hard in a social atmosphere that wouldn't praise its message. What I love about this film is that it isn't afraid to show the reality for its protagonist. Homosexuality in his community is a rough subject that isn't received well and is sadly filled with prejudice. There are some story hiccups, but the visuals are well suited for its nuanced theme.… Expand

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fra92Nov 14, 2019

Wonderful, intense, emotional. great cast, great direction, great writing. I loved Moonlight and I am so happy it won all the possible awards. it truly deserves them

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LucasTSSep 23, 2019

Summary: Moonlight is the tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his ownSummary: Moonlight is the tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality.… Expand

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weszcsSep 7, 2019

Um dos melhores filmes que eu ja vi na minha vida, simplesmente ICÔNICO E REPRESENTATIVO !!!!

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ThatoneguywholoSep 1, 2019

Good movie. Not the best from 2016 for me, but still good. I really Liked the performances.

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NoahboyJul 13, 2019

A beautiful and realistic portrayal of growing up as a poor, LGBT, African-American.

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JadarriusJul 1, 2019

Moonlight is a diversity movie and it shows how African American man have to go through to be their selves. And it shows how he felt through his eyes and they why he lived! It opened my eyes as a person and I love this movie. It made me who IMoonlight is a diversity movie and it shows how African American man have to go through to be their selves. And it shows how he felt through his eyes and they why he lived! It opened my eyes as a person and I love this movie. It made me who I am today! It played a big role in my life and to forgive all the people who hurting me. And not change who I am today. I love this movie and I believe it impacted how I look at life now. I just wish there was a part 2 because it left open questions at the end of the movie which most viewers are dying to know!… Expand

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Wavy_YeezyMay 22, 2019

This was an amazing movie. A top 10 movie of all time for me. It's sad but just a beautiful movie.

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BrunoVn00Apr 15, 2019

Moonlight is...a good movie. I'm going to talk about the best of this movie first and I'll begin with a big praise towards its WONDERFUL cinematrogtaphy and directing. All the shots in this movie are beautiful and the color palette adds toMoonlight is...a good movie. I'm going to talk about the best of this movie first and I'll begin with a big praise towards its WONDERFUL cinematrogtaphy and directing. All the shots in this movie are beautiful and the color palette adds to the intended mood of what the audience is watching. This is one of the most visually stunning movies I've seen in recent memory, I swear I could only rewatch it too see the beautiful shots this movie has. The performances are great and add to the realism this movie tries to give.

What this movie, for me at least, doesn't do that great, is everything else. The plot wasn't that great or interesting. The movie failed to make me care about the characters and the plot, because it wasn't too interesting. There's a huge plot hole between Chiron's adolescence and its adulthood, I don't know, maybe some more minutes of runtime to see what happened to him during that time gap, I think that could've added to his character, and most of the movie felt pretty standard and forgettable, nothing too bad, but anything great.

However the ending is so heartbreaking and perfect when you stop and think about it, the last shot of the movie is one of my favorites in recent memory, I think that the ending was what redeemed this movie.

This isn't my favorite movie of 2016 and it's not a great movie, it's good, the cinematography, acting, directing and the ending is what gives this movie a lot of points. It's a pretty bland and forgettable movie for the most part but those aspects I just mentioned are what save this movie from being bad.… Expand

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JamedrisApr 10, 2019

I somehow WANTED to be dissapointed by this movie, I have heard too many good opinions about it to be true... But it is really good. This good. Definitely above average when it comes to storytelling, dialogues and pacing. Also, it has someI somehow WANTED to be dissapointed by this movie, I have heard too many good opinions about it to be true... But it is really good. This good. Definitely above average when it comes to storytelling, dialogues and pacing. Also, it has some really beautiful shots. I think I will re-watch it someday because it is not only a beautiful work, it is a heartwarming tale of young boy in hard times. +fav… Expand

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hesinbergFeb 15, 2019

great music and very beautiful cinematography , the story sometimes gets very dull and boring but ok

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zrhumphreyJan 15, 2019

Great direction, cinematography, and performances but the story was lacking and it really did not stick with me. Well-crafted but overrated.

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fraterangJan 6, 2019

Moonlight packs an emotional and visually stunning punch to an audience that would normally expect mediocrity.

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31908991Dec 6, 2018

Moonlight is just a masterpiece. So sincere, pure and touching. Amazing cast and great plot with so many important messages about life.

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AndremaxOct 21, 2018

Moonlight is a Boyhood that works. Chiron's story for itself is already more interesting to make a forming novel. A black and homossexual kid/teen/man is a theme with too much to explore in. And film makes it masterfully. There's moments thatMoonlight is a Boyhood that works. Chiron's story for itself is already more interesting to make a forming novel. A black and homossexual kid/teen/man is a theme with too much to explore in. And film makes it masterfully. There's moments that makes you cry, angry and thinkful. For a low budget movie, Moonlight is quite beautiful and competent. Tense scenes are really tenses and raw. Everything in a concise story that finises in less than 2 hours, opposite of Boyhood. A beautiful picture that is a punch in the face at the same time. A enriching experience.… Expand

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goncalocoutoOct 20, 2018

"Moonlight" é um filme bem produzido, emocionante e poderoso. É impossível os mais sensíveis não soltarem algumas lágrimas...
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hornysoulSep 22, 2018

Este filme é tão real, pois trata as suas personagens com muito cuidado e sensibilidade. Eu senti as emoções do Chiron, que dá os seus passos para a idade adulta, formando a sua identidade (relacionando a sua raça, masculinidade eEste filme é tão real, pois trata as suas personagens com muito cuidado e sensibilidade. Eu senti as emoções do Chiron, que dá os seus passos para a idade adulta, formando a sua identidade (relacionando a sua raça, masculinidade e sexualidade). Este filme é definitivamente pesado e, em termos gerais, um must-watch.… Expand

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BladeLover2049Aug 17, 2018

The light illuminates the soul. But the moon reminds us that we are in darkness. It is the meaning of the film that this light shines to dim the darkness and see everything that was hidden in it.

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XarithusApr 30, 2018

Beautifully shot and directed, and paced masterfully. It's easy to see why someone wouldn't like it, but this movie will move and stay with the patient viewer.

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IroncladChadApr 29, 2018

Moonlight is a stunningly beautiful take on what it can be like growing up in a harsh environment while trying to decide who you want to be in this world. I had the pleasure of not really knowing much about what the movie was about beforeMoonlight is a stunningly beautiful take on what it can be like growing up in a harsh environment while trying to decide who you want to be in this world. I had the pleasure of not really knowing much about what the movie was about before seeing it and if possible, I would like to replicate that for anyone that wants to see this. Just know that Moonlight is a master-class film and brilliantly shines a light on what some of us are going through, just trying to be who we are.… Expand

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annbdMar 22, 2018

To start with the bad or the good criticism? 'BAAAD', okok. The movie start phlegmatic, very watery and you can't orientate much. There is one a little bit weird protagonist, which story and reasons for that silent, outsiderish essence areTo start with the bad or the good criticism? 'BAAAD', okok. The movie start phlegmatic, very watery and you can't orientate much. There is one a little bit weird protagonist, which story and reasons for that silent, outsiderish essence are unclear. In my opinion - an important pass. Anddd there were some unnecessary s*** in this movie, I must admit. Anyway, as I said, the beginning is perceived to be slightly phlegmatic, but suprisingly you get used to it - the atmosphere and the time. The protagonist performance was brilliant, no doubt. Basically, except some passes, at times confusion and the whole time too stretched story, I like it, I don't know, it was touching.… Expand

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maninderkaurMar 16, 2018

Moonlight is one of the heart touching movies i have ever seen. Its simple and beautifully written

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CTHReviewsMar 15, 2018

Moonlight is one of those movies that's so important, you need to see it at least once in your life. The mother addicted to drugs feels all too real and relatable for me, and its message is very well realized.

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ilmi_Mar 12, 2018

Yang kasih rate 0-3 berarti sengaja menjatuhkan karya orang lain, lu pikir bikin film itu mudah ? lu pikir penilaian sebuah film bagus atau tidak cuma dinilai dari plot nya / ceritanya ? kalo mau kontribusi kasih rate yang objektif lah,Yang kasih rate 0-3 berarti sengaja menjatuhkan karya orang lain, lu pikir bikin film itu mudah ? lu pikir penilaian sebuah film bagus atau tidak cuma dinilai dari plot nya / ceritanya ? kalo mau kontribusi kasih rate yang objektif lah, pertimbangkan aspek2 lain dalam film tersebut (unsur2 intrinsik film). Saya pribadi sangat tidak suka dengan orang2 yang tidak menghargai karya orang lain, dengan melakukan penilaian hanya dari aspek2 tertentu, tidak menilainya secara keseluruhan (semua aspek yg ada dinilai) serta memberikan penilaian secara obyektif, bukannya berdasarkan emosi/perasaan sendiri semata, alias subyektif.… Expand

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BikerjamesMar 5, 2018

There have been several movies made about the plight of homosexual adolescence, so it isn't very original. Young Gay people are bullied and treated the same no matter what "class" of society you grow up in. This guy had the triple whammy ofThere have been several movies made about the plight of homosexual adolescence, so it isn't very original. Young Gay people are bullied and treated the same no matter what "class" of society you grow up in. This guy had the triple whammy of being gay, growing up in the hood, and having a crack-head mother who mistreated him. That is what made the movie interesting for me. How he somehow makes it to adulthood and survives with all those obstacles. The acting and direction is excellent throughout and is worth seeing. I'm glad I saw it on Blu Ray so I could turn on the close-caption feature, otherwise I wouldn't have understood some of the dialogue if I were in a theater.… Expand

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frederikbhFeb 19, 2018

Amazing cinematography, lots of symbolism and genuinely likable characters. Gives a really great insight into the kind of life that is all too common among young African Americans. The movie covers themes like sexuality, image, drug abuse,Amazing cinematography, lots of symbolism and genuinely likable characters. Gives a really great insight into the kind of life that is all too common among young African Americans. The movie covers themes like sexuality, image, drug abuse, family and crime.

This movie is pure eye candy and even if you don't follow the story (some might find it a bit slow) it is still worth watching just for the insight and the cinematography.… Expand

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auburnnJan 22, 2018

Excellent cast, music, light and storytelling combined with political boldness and candidness. For the cast, I especially like the part when Kevin and Chiron reunite. For the music, I want to emphasize the breakdowns of sound. For the light,Excellent cast, music, light and storytelling combined with political boldness and candidness. For the cast, I especially like the part when Kevin and Chiron reunite. For the music, I want to emphasize the breakdowns of sound. For the light, I admire the repetitions of Paula's figure between neon light. For storytelling, the elements of ocean and moonlight add a sense of beauty.… Expand

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luke100Jan 9, 2018

I appreciate the appearance of both LGBT and black characters on the screen. The story is tightly written, with interesting ideas, and it avoids all cliches in as wide an arc as possible. I didn't find myself as immersed or as overallI appreciate the appearance of both LGBT and black characters on the screen. The story is tightly written, with interesting ideas, and it avoids all cliches in as wide an arc as possible. I didn't find myself as immersed or as overall entertained by it as I wish I did, but this movie's very existence is more than welcome.… Expand

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tiagomacedsDec 17, 2017

Este filme é tão real. As três fases vívidas por um jovem negro e gay que passa por diversos problemas em sua vida nos faz ter um olhar de uma outra realidade

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arg23Nov 19, 2017

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SrPepeNov 17, 2017

Una muy interesante película, grandes actuaciones y linda historia. Es interesante con los tiempos que corren, pero es verdad que tiene sus partes aburridas. Dudo que haya alguien que la vea más de dos veces.

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LatinCritic13Nov 6, 2017

Moonlight directed by the experimental Barry Jenkins is arguably one of the most influential relevant films ever made. Most of all, this movie focused on various topics that focuses on identity, symbolism, and time. The performances by theseMoonlight directed by the experimental Barry Jenkins is arguably one of the most influential relevant films ever made. Most of all, this movie focused on various topics that focuses on identity, symbolism, and time. The performances by these wonderful actors is just spectacular to watch for when they play their characters on the big screen and let’s not to forget Mahershala Ali’s Juan (He’s a badass!) To be honest, there is a clear explanation why this movie won Best Picture at the Oscars of how great and heartfelt that movie was after seeing it.… Expand

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TaborJun 15, 2017

Barry Jenkin's indie flick "Moonlight" is beautiful in both a psychological and physical way. Loaded with amazing performances from everyone, this movie follows the life of a gay boy named Chiron in a poor Miami setting. His mom is a crackBarry Jenkin's indie flick "Moonlight" is beautiful in both a psychological and physical way. Loaded with amazing performances from everyone, this movie follows the life of a gay boy named Chiron in a poor Miami setting. His mom is a crack addict and is mostly absent, as he is taken under the wing by her drug dealer, Juan. Juan teaches Chiron about life, love, and philosophy. Chiron is played with perfection by all three of the actors that portray him, and their subtle performances contrast well with Jenkin's slow pacing and steady direction. Every flaw of the movie plays in its favor, as Barry Jenkins has created, no... Crafted the greatest movie of the 21st century so far.… Expand

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AlmostCriticSep 5, 2017

Told in three parts, this story follows the life of Chiron from childhood to adulthood as he struggles with both the trauma of having a drug addict mother and his own sexuality. I will always appreciate a film that shows a demographic thatTold in three parts, this story follows the life of Chiron from childhood to adulthood as he struggles with both the trauma of having a drug addict mother and his own sexuality. I will always appreciate a film that shows a demographic that doesn't get much mainstream representation. It is a beautifully made film with some of the best use of colour and cinematography of any film last year. However, I felt that the technique of skipping ahead to different stages in Chiron’s life while interesting meant missing out on his development and results in a lack of connection to the character and dulled the plot. I thought that the beauty of this film both in its message and aesthetic made it deserving of the Best Picture win although I was sure that La La Land was going to take it and I was rooting for Manchester by the Sea or Hell or High Water. It's a good film. Not entirely entertaining or exciting but well made and well acted.… Expand

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diegonelliAug 16, 2017

So we watched this film at school and I really enjoyed it. Of course most of my classmates were saying dumb **** but I didn't really care. I was waiting more, though, since it's really praised but I still liked it a lot.

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sanyrubAug 3, 2017

Exceptional cinematic achievement that captures so many lives, emotions and feelings anyone can relate to in such a simple way. Extraordinary sensibility, maturity and editing, the picture goes through 3 different phases in the life of aExceptional cinematic achievement that captures so many lives, emotions and feelings anyone can relate to in such a simple way. Extraordinary sensibility, maturity and editing, the picture goes through 3 different phases in the life of a young man going through a lot of things. After each one of those phases ends it leaves you wanting more, to know more about that child and getting more of that particular actor. The casting is also on point and every actor carries the story and the mannerisms of this kid so well. It´s one of those films that keeps growing on you more and more even after watching and stays days in your mind. Somehow it is not sad, it is quite pleasant and peaceful. It´s life. Probably the most unquestionable win for best picture at the Oscars in years since the film hasn´t got a single flaw. Total agreement with the critics average and that outstanding 99/100. A MUST see.… Expand

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ArkantosHJJul 30, 2017

Moonlight é o melhor filme de 2016, a musica do filme é simplesmente perfeita, assim como a fotografia que está sempre brincando com tons diferentes de azul.

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aryan_nematpoorJul 5, 2017

I am really impressed by this film. Moonlight has directed by Barry Jenkins and also the brilliant roles of some actors like Mahershalaali Ali and Naomi Harris can be seen in the film.As an English literature student of the university , in myI am really impressed by this film. Moonlight has directed by Barry Jenkins and also the brilliant roles of some actors like Mahershalaali Ali and Naomi Harris can be seen in the film.As an English literature student of the university , in my opinion, we can see that the writer of the story wants to support black people. he wants to show the world that we should pay attention more to this class of the society. we can compare this movie to the Lesson story by Toni Cade and i want to tell they are resembled together in some cases. In the film we can see that the poor black kid must burden a lot of hardships to live. In another part of the story we have a mother that she does not pay attention to his child. she drowns to her bad works. When we see Naomi's role in the film, maybe we can conclude that she represents so many mother's lives in some societies. the biggest theme of the story is forgiveness. although the child didn't have a good mother but he accept his mother's apologize. this theme reminds us that the great love between mother and her son never destroys.so many believe that this is a kind of celestial love that God has given to his humans.… Expand

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VirgonoShakaJun 30, 2017

Moonlight presents a deeply emotional and deep human story-line, with well acted roles all around (with a couple of excellent ones in the mix) and in general tries to stay very grounded in its theme of being a person, just a living personMoonlight presents a deeply emotional and deep human story-line, with well acted roles all around (with a couple of excellent ones in the mix) and in general tries to stay very grounded in its theme of being a person, just a living person living his life. But all in all, there are more a than few moments that feel out, on the one hand the three act story-line is a good concept and can be well played but on the other hand it can make the movie feel disconnected and in this case, some scenes do feel like that, and it never really lets you form a connection with the characters on the whole. Also on its downside is the fact that the final part feels oddly enough not grounded enough, which I find a big irony considering that's the point that seemed to be so emphasized in the first two parts. All in all, I think Moonlight is a solid movie of a theme that you rarely see in big productions, and it's all around good cast, some memorable scenes here and there and an excellent second part lets it stand on its own as a good movie showcasing a little bit of the big complicated thing that is living. I can't recommend it to everyone, but if you are a movie fan (and I mean that in the I like to watch all types of movies) it can be an interesting experience. Final verdict: 7.3… Expand

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daylaneJun 29, 2017

The cast worked very well, the actors who interpret the Chiron has a look so deep that broke my heart, my desire was to pick up and take home. Go with him, mr. Harris is impeccable, Mahershala Ali also is wonderful being that father figureThe cast worked very well, the actors who interpret the Chiron has a look so deep that broke my heart, my desire was to pick up and take home. Go with him, mr. Harris is impeccable, Mahershala Ali also is wonderful being that father figure pro Chiron. But the highlight is the small Alex R. Hibbert that does an amazing job, and phase Little is perhaps the most beautiful of the entire movie. Barry Jenkins did a lovely job and sensitive.… Expand

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avr50Jun 21, 2017

Moonlight, is a movie that could have done a lot, but some things are missing in the final result. Has good performances, specially from Naomi Harris that deserved that Oscar instead of Viola Davis. The story is simple but that´s not myMoonlight, is a movie that could have done a lot, but some things are missing in the final result. Has good performances, specially from Naomi Harris that deserved that Oscar instead of Viola Davis. The story is simple but that´s not my complain, the movie could have been simple and be great, however, there are some themes that they´ve should have explored more. The end is not good, i think it´s a poor ending, but, it´s worth watching. Only once… Expand

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VsantosJun 17, 2017

This is the most beautifull and trully story i every heard.. This is my favorite movie.. Thanks God that the critics give this movie what here deserve.. This is a original story... la la land it is copy to the others movies.. I love la laThis is the most beautifull and trully story i every heard.. This is my favorite movie.. Thanks God that the critics give this movie what here deserve.. This is a original story... la la land it is copy to the others movies.. I love la la land but i hate the stories. I love moonlight for the history and the aaway that the director works.… Expand

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ElliottGreen200Jun 4, 2017

An amazing, beautiful and outstanding movie let down by its third act.
Although the first half of this movie was great at showing the life of a young Chiron the ending scenes were a let down as I was hoping for a brilliant ending to the film,An amazing, beautiful and outstanding movie let down by its third act.
Although the first half of this movie was great at showing the life of a young Chiron the ending scenes were a let down as I was hoping for a brilliant ending to the film, but instead was left slightly un satisfied by its boring ending.… Expand

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eva3si0nJun 2, 2017

You looks at ratings, you looks at responses of critics, then you watches the movie and you catches facepalm. What so praise the movie for? Well the stylistics of the movie are allocated, 3 stories aren't badly registered, each hero isn'tYou looks at ratings, you looks at responses of critics, then you watches the movie and you catches facepalm. What so praise the movie for? Well the stylistics of the movie are allocated, 3 stories aren't badly registered, each hero isn't similar to previous. But the 3rd part with Black escapes from a plot, too fragmentary history has turned out. And the most important, I watched the movie for the sake of disclosure of a subject of love of gays. After all such films are shot seldom, but I haven't received it. Simply good cinema, about a difficult life of the ordinary guy gay.… Expand

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PipeCJun 1, 2017

At Its Core, An Insubordinate Drama Where Transcends Racial Hate & Homophobia

One of the most eloquent contenders for the Academy Awards is Barry Jenkins' neo-creation, if we interpret it in a superficial way, illustrates three formativeAt Its Core, An Insubordinate Drama Where Transcends Racial Hate & Homophobia

One of the most eloquent contenders for the Academy Awards is Barry Jenkins' neo-creation, if we interpret it in a superficial way, illustrates three formative periods in correlative gradation of a gay black male, however, scrutinizing it from the inside out, we notice a limpid treatment about a little-known environment by huge studios, one where poverty, loneliness, orphanhood, violence, drug abuse, and intolerance ravage to any boy residing by such degrading places. Not necessarily you must be African-American or gay to converge your own existential opinions with Chiron's, this is because it's defined as a universal tale both in effect and purpose; an important epic supported by the reality.

It begins with a circular tracking shot to place the audience into the perverse place where the main character will have to grow up, an atmosphere which breaths dioxide formed by the miasma of bullets, prostitution, vices, scams, sex, narcotics and death. The films encompassing African-American marginalized populations tends to implement certain hallmarks produced by social disruption, which is caused by deficiencies (social exclusion, police brutality or educational neglect) leading an unsuspected doctrinal starting point. Jenkins, who's devoted to these "stereotypes" of films about black race, delineates naturally a Miami punished by the sun, space where Chiron's hilarities, notions, dreams, disappointments, learnings, decisions, and fluids that go from scarlet blood or saline sobs to the experimental sperm were fixed to torrid precarious ground of American ghettos, experiences richly raised through three temporary gradations (childhood, youth and adulthood) marked by three irrefutable denotations of the character in question (Little, Chiron, and Black).

"You can be gay, but you don't have to let nobody call you a ****

Narratively, it can be compared with dense, epic and fatiguing Richard Linklater's "Boyhood", "Moonlight" employs narrative in sections as standalone episodes comprising altogether an intense realism, an initiative bracing the trip and psychic and emotional spurs of the characters. The whole product is much more than the sum of its parts. It expels conviction, transformation and freedom of all kinds; It's something that concerns you and gets under your skin beyond the closing credits. Fractional exposition allows more intimate contact with what happens to Little, young or mature man; each chapter works as an independent installment, splendidly played by an ardent diverse cast, photography as real as visceral, a soundtrack combines emotional position of a given moment and a series of components employs simplicity and truthfulness as info carrier. It entails entirely the kind of film which is imperative for us more than ever, one that talks about what can happen a common human being and grows apart itself from the oneiric. It's patent the limited trust around nobility of our existence to conceive art, we make other worlds rather than appealing infinity of opportunities are around us. The visuals are marvelous, repel the tendency of those recurring feature films using desaturation and dreadmist to portray real-life occurrences. Here, fluorescent bright colors come together dark contrast in order to animate and give a distinct personality to each planned segment, mise-en-scène intensifies its fantastic beauty with precise camera movements at the hands of skilled James Laxton. Music, light and camera aesthetically shape the movie, equipping with sensitivity and depth Chiron's life, while simultaneously, it reduces the inherent hostility of the American atmosphere. Visual and writing screenplay combined with tremendous credibility, while John (one of the most humane performances of a drug dealer in the cinema history by California native Mahershala Ali) recites to Chiron the origin of his nickname (Blue), the story applies optionally sparkling moonlight involvement in the last scene, in which he invites us to do the same he did, to try to define us, not to fear, to be who want to be, to develop a global principle entrusted to humanity; living in freedom.

Barry Jenkins' "Moonlight" officially starts the participation of two of the social groups more unjustly repudiated by contemporary society: black race and homosexuals. Each person can draw deductions, opinions and criticisms, but the truth is that what these men and women—dedicated to cause a change—have made is a fearless and decisive social and filmic feat, which's realized by universal subjects such as youth, rashness, self-improvement, love, masculinity, and life. "Moonlight" is a grade-A drama, literally powerful, visually linked to the truth; its power doesn't come from complex intelligible narrative tricks, the charm lies in connection with the characters and the unintentional identification with coexistence human nature: acceptance (tolerance).… Expand

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GottaLoveItMay 30, 2017

Yes, it ain't much happening in this movie but it doesn't have to! This movie isn't about happening a lot but feeling a lot. Deep suffering from the burden of being a gay man in a black community, being lost on the journey to your heart, notYes, it ain't much happening in this movie but it doesn't have to! This movie isn't about happening a lot but feeling a lot. Deep suffering from the burden of being a gay man in a black community, being lost on the journey to your heart, not knowing the answer to the question "who am I?". The film doesn't just show all this but make you feel it in a very special way.
What makes this movie special is how it so touching without much happening and how it tells so much without showing a lot.
The visuals (especially the light) are as great as the actors and the story. For me there couldn't be an more deserving oscar winner.

But this movie isn't for everyone. If you want a movie which surprises you with it's many plot twists, which shocks you or anything with a high tension, this movie isn't for you.
The plot is predictable, the tempo is slow but the film gives you something different sympathy and empathy for this black homosexual man growing up. If you don't care about people this movie isn't for you… Expand

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badgerryan19May 19, 2017

Good movie. I didn't realize this movie was a LGBT movie until about half way in and I didn't know how I felt about it. But with that said the movie is still good and it shows you the struggles a gay person can go through. I thought everyoneGood movie. I didn't realize this movie was a LGBT movie until about half way in and I didn't know how I felt about it. But with that said the movie is still good and it shows you the struggles a gay person can go through. I thought everyone did a good job and it captured everything well.… Expand

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flylexMay 17, 2017

It is not surprising how the critical notes and the normal users are different moonllight is a film difficult to understand often with a heavy tone even for a drama in this type, and it is very gratifying to see the evolution of chiron duringIt is not surprising how the critical notes and the normal users are different moonllight is a film difficult to understand often with a heavy tone even for a drama in this type, and it is very gratifying to see the evolution of chiron during the 3 acts Of the film all three actors that interprets it are many good, carry with themselves the weight and the motivations of the character but they are never equal that leaves the special film since the acting until the boy that stars in the first part of the film is phenomenal, The performances in general are perfect the soundtrack composed by classical music is phenomenal and the evolution of the plot is very good, the film shows what it is like to be a man in black society prejudice, homosexuality, and how two people can follow similar paths but a lot Different at the same time, a great deserving of the Oscar who won, note 100… Expand

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Ali_MarashianMay 13, 2017

The good thing about this movie( as if there's a bad thing about it) is that It simply aches each frame to watch, cause we're experiencing all these with Chiron. I know what it is to live in fear and you won't find a movie outthere explainingThe good thing about this movie( as if there's a bad thing about it) is that It simply aches each frame to watch, cause we're experiencing all these with Chiron. I know what it is to live in fear and you won't find a movie outthere explaining it better. I didn't cry the first time, but it melts your heart after that. I don't get all the negative reviews here, it deserves every award it won, and this year the best film actually won Best Picture.… Expand

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Iky009Apr 17, 2017

Accompanying the three phases of Chiron's life is an interesting experience, and his quest for self-knowledge is shown in a simple and subtle way, giving no room for superficial drama, but something pure, direct, and sensitive.

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dashtagMar 25, 2017

"Moonlight" is a wonderful film that is a coming of age story about an African-American man who is bullied for being gay. It is hard to describe the plot in a sentence or two, but I can tell you the movie is told in three different parts, one"Moonlight" is a wonderful film that is a coming of age story about an African-American man who is bullied for being gay. It is hard to describe the plot in a sentence or two, but I can tell you the movie is told in three different parts, one as a kid, teen and a grown man. The boy's name is Chiron, and his mother(like many at the time) was a crack-addict and would never give Chiron the love he needed. Chiron, as a young boy, met a friendly drug dealer and his girlfriend, who are the only ones sharing affection with him. The dealer, Juan, and his girlfriend take care of him by feeding him, and letting him spend the night on occasions. As he grows up, Chiron gets bullied even more, and it almost seems as everything gets worse. Having trouble with his identity, he meets a troublemaker named Kevin who actually has feelings for him, and they experience sexuality. But of course, there are always more conflicts for him to experience. When a grown man, he becomes someone else, not who the real, "little" Chiron is. "Moonlight" is a hard movie to watch at many parts, including the second act. It is also hard to relate to these characters, bullied, black, gay and surrounded by drugs. The real reason why this movie is so emotional, so captivating is because of the incredible performances by ALL, and the extraordinary directing from Barry Jenkins. I left this movie crying, because at the end it's almost like a fill in the blank, you have to understand from what Chiron has gone through, and how he turns out. Many people dislike this movie, to be mean towards black people, and I assure you, if no one told me or you this had an all-black cast, you wouldn't notice.… Expand

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KaptenVideoMar 21, 2017

One of this award season's hottest movies, eventually winning the best picture Oscar. The black boy is "different" (turning out to be gay) and doesn't know what to do about it. There are three stories, portraying him as a youngster, teen andOne of this award season's hottest movies, eventually winning the best picture Oscar. The black boy is "different" (turning out to be gay) and doesn't know what to do about it. There are three stories, portraying him as a youngster, teen and a grown-up.

The movie is good but never exceptional and thus not really worth all the hype it has gotten so far. Sure, it's quality work but not reaching some dazzling heights that 224 movie awards and 204 nominations are hinting at.

I am disappointed by Mahershala Ali getting a best supporting actor Oscar for this. I mean, I really like the man – especially in Netflix's "Luke Cage" –, but his screen-time is so limited that he's barely in the movie! Is it really worthy of the Oscar?… Expand

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cmsm03Mar 17, 2017

This movie is a masterpiece. It is a brilliant character study and I have to say bravo to Barry Jenkins who made this movie. I believe that best aspect about this movie is that the movie does not show the character as a separate characterThis movie is a masterpiece. It is a brilliant character study and I have to say bravo to Barry Jenkins who made this movie. I believe that best aspect about this movie is that the movie does not show the character as a separate character that we watch but the movie made it into a movie where we experience together with Chiron. We don't always see Chiron to choose every movement but just watch him to experience the pain. The pain that suffers does not feel like a third person watching a person suffers but the audience suffers together. Every character is important in the movie and supports Chiron as who is right now. As we see the other performance including the incredible Mahershala Ali as Juan the father figure of Chiron. Some people are saying it is overrated but they are not understanding the human raw emotion that goes into those character. That is why I am giving a 10/10 because of it's raw emotions in the movie and the raw performance by the actors.… Expand

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LecarvalhosMar 16, 2017

Spectacular. Since the start, the powerful feelings involved in each scene. All new, all good, it's all that you've never seen before. Thank you very much for this great movie!

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MasterRileyMar 11, 2017

Moonlight is a very good movie with an honest and important message making it a movie I think everyone should see. From the casting, to the direction, performances, cinematography, and music it tells a great story. Besides that, the storyMoonlight is a very good movie with an honest and important message making it a movie I think everyone should see. From the casting, to the direction, performances, cinematography, and music it tells a great story. Besides that, the story doesn't do anything special that would make me want to repeatedly watch it. I feel as though its a movie worth watching once for the message, but after that you won't feel an urge to watch it again like other movies. This isn't necessarily an entertaining movie, but rather an informative one.… Expand

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moviewithmegMar 7, 2017

When people ask me, “What was your favorite movie of the year?” I don’t say Moonlight. When people ask me “What was the best film of the year?” I say Moonlight. This is a dark, gritty story that felt like it wasn’t being told because anyoneWhen people ask me, “What was your favorite movie of the year?” I don’t say Moonlight. When people ask me “What was the best film of the year?” I say Moonlight. This is a dark, gritty story that felt like it wasn’t being told because anyone decided to tell it, but more like fate had been leading Barry Jenkins and company towards this their whole lives. The obvious comparison would be Boyhood, and it feels that grand in scope, but more timely. If you had told me that they filmed all of the iterations of the main character, Chiron, over a twenty year span with the same actor, I would have believed you. However, if there is one thing I will remember from Moonlight down the line (because it is a little heavy for a regular spot in the rotation), it will be Mahershala Ali. I loved Dev Patel’s performance in Lion, and in many ways it was more athletic, but I would have turned off the Academy Awards after the first card had Ali not won. The scene at the dinner table could have been his only scene in the movie, and he would have earned that Oscar. That is all. 9.2/10… Expand

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CherryVictorinoMar 5, 2017

Chiron é uma criança negra, classe baixa e que mora com uma mãe viciada em drogas. Sofre bullying na escola e, apesar de novo, é uma criança completamente independente. Com várias dúvidas a respeito de sua sexualidade, um dia ele sai de casaChiron é uma criança negra, classe baixa e que mora com uma mãe viciada em drogas. Sofre bullying na escola e, apesar de novo, é uma criança completamente independente. Com várias dúvidas a respeito de sua sexualidade, um dia ele sai de casa e, ao fugir das crianças que o maltratavam, ele conhece Juan (Mahershala Ali). Juan o ensina a ser uma boa pessoa, o encontrando escondido diversas vezes e lhe dando diversos conselhos. O menino, que mal consegue falar mais de 10 palavras, cresce dividido em uma família que não é a sua de verdade e com sua mãe, que por causa das drogas não lhe dá a devida atenção e diversas vezes mostra não se importar muito com o filho se preocupando apenas em conseguir dinheiro para comprar mais drogas.
Ele tem uma amizade muito forte com Kevin, um garoto do qual ele começa a perceber um sentimento diferente e começa a se questionar.
Resumidamente, é sobre isso do que se trata o filme. Ouvi e li muitas críticas negativas pois pessoas conservadoras não gostaram do que viram, pois se sentiram incomodadas.
Agora eu pergunto, incomodadas com o que? Por se tratar de um filme que mostra o amor de verdade entre dois homens negros?
Uma historia emocionante que nos mostra a construção completa do personagem Chiron (criança, adolescente e adulto) nos mostrando diversas vezes o preconceito das pessoas em relação aos homossexuais.
O filme também nos mostra também a desconstrução da mãe, Paula (Naomie Harris) que com o tempo começa a se sentir culpada por tudo o que fez pelo filho, alegando que Teresa (Janelle Morae - esposa de Juan) lhe educou melhor justificando que Chiron passava mais tempo com a outra família do que em casa e que, muitas vezes, preferia conversar com Teresa do que com sua própria mãe.
A relação de Kevin e Chiron foi bem construída do começo do filme até o final, te fazendo criar não só apego pelos personagens mas também se emocionando junto com Chiron. Assistir a este filme e não se sentir, nem que seja um pouco, comovido com todo o sofrimento que Chiron passou, algo está bem errado.
Não vamos entrar aqui com questões religiosas e/ou sobre pessoas conservadoras. O preconceito vai acabar quando as pessoas olharem isso e acharem 'normal'. Observarem que o filme inteiro foi feito com atores excelentes, com um roteiro que te prende do começo ao fim e uma direção de arte impecável.
Moonlight ganhou o oscar de melhor ator coadjuvante (Mahershala Ali) que, em minha opinião, poderia sim ter aparecido mais algumas vezes durante o filme. Também ganhou melhor roteiro adaptado e melhor filme.
Foi merecido ter ganho o oscar de melhor filme. Não seria justo um filme como esse não ter ganho. É uma crítica social feita por negros. Uma história que acontece todos os dias com várias pessoas. É um aviso de que, infelizmente vivemos em um mundo preconceituoso e racista.
Pessoas conservadoras e religiosas deveriam sim ver esse filme.
Deveriam sim observar como a maldade do ser humano pode destruir a vida de uma pessoa.
Não sou crítica. Faço isso apenas por diversão. Mas Moonlight foi um dos melhores filmes de 2016 e não tem como negar isso.
Estou aplaudindo de pé Barry Jenkins.… Expand

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Benkoko11Feb 23, 2017

The soft yet searing humanism Jenkins invokes through his minimalist storytelling and mesmerizingly meditative style make the occasional slips into self indulgence more than forgivable. Moonlight is as personal as it is universal, as hopefulThe soft yet searing humanism Jenkins invokes through his minimalist storytelling and mesmerizingly meditative style make the occasional slips into self indulgence more than forgivable. Moonlight is as personal as it is universal, as hopeful as it is heartbreaking, consistantly genuine, and never gratuitous. It's at the same time one of the most unique, most important, and best films of the year… Expand

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jawatengahFeb 28, 2017

One of the best drama movies. Beautiful, natural, and very humanist. As the movie, this is almost perfect. I don't know, why many people don't like this movie. May be they need to wacth more oscar nomination movies and various genres, variousOne of the best drama movies. Beautiful, natural, and very humanist. As the movie, this is almost perfect. I don't know, why many people don't like this movie. May be they need to wacth more oscar nomination movies and various genres, various year of realeased movies so they can compare it. Good movie is not just incredible story, twisty plot,entertaining, complicated scenes, or perfect action. the important things are originality, how to deliver the meaning of the story, as natural as posible like we just watch the real life.… Expand

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guciFeb 28, 2017

One of the best drama movies. Beautiful, natural, and very humanist. As the movie, this is almost perfect. I don't know, why many people don't like this movie. May be they need to wacth more oscar nomination movies and various genres, variousOne of the best drama movies. Beautiful, natural, and very humanist. As the movie, this is almost perfect. I don't know, why many people don't like this movie. May be they need to wacth more oscar nomination movies and various genres, various year of realeased movies so they can compare it. Good movie is not just incredible story, twisty plot,entertaining, complicated scenes, or perfect action. the important things are originality, how to deliver the meaning of the story, as natural as posible like we just watch the real life.… Expand

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jogloFeb 28, 2017

One of the best drama movies. Beautiful, natural, and very humanist. As the movie, this is almost perfect. I don't know, why many people don't like this movie. May be they need to wacth more oscar nomination movies and various genres, variousOne of the best drama movies. Beautiful, natural, and very humanist. As the movie, this is almost perfect. I don't know, why many people don't like this movie. May be they need to wacth more oscar nomination movies and various genres, various year of realeased movies so they can compare it. Good movie is not just incredible story, twisty plot,entertaining, complicated scenes, or perfect action. the important things are originality, how to deliver the meaning of the story, as natural as posible like we just watch the real life.… Expand

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jokotingkirFeb 28, 2017

This film is so real. It treats its characters with so much care and sensitivity. This is an epic recapturing of adolescent and early adult life similar to epics like Boyhood and Yi Yi, only it's on a different level of filmmaking, becauseThis film is so real. It treats its characters with so much care and sensitivity. This is an epic recapturing of adolescent and early adult life similar to epics like Boyhood and Yi Yi, only it's on a different level of filmmaking, because this really exemplifies laser-focused storytelling, from its beautiful cinematography to its masterful dialogue. I felt so many raw emotions watching this as Chiron (the protagonist) takes each of his steps transitioning into adulthood, forming his identity with regards to race, masculinity, and sexuality. To see it all unfold the way it did made me feel lucky to be on the viewing seat instead of being in the type of environment Chiron was forced to live in. This film is definitely a heavy one, but despite its rawness I think I'm still going to see it again in theaters just to appreciate all of the poignancy and detail in it in how it addresses the tougher aspects with regard to masculinity, sexuality, race, etc. Overall, definitely a must-see.… Expand

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azhar_Feb 28, 2017

One of the best drama movies. Beautiful, natural, and very humanist. As the movie, this is almost perfect. I don't know, why many people don't like this movie. May be they need to wacth more oscar nomination movies and various genres, variousOne of the best drama movies. Beautiful, natural, and very humanist. As the movie, this is almost perfect. I don't know, why many people don't like this movie. May be they need to wacth more oscar nomination movies and various genres, various year of realeased movies so they can compare it. Good movie is not just incredible story, twisty plot,entertaining, complicated scenes, or perfect action. the important things are originality, how to deliver the meaning of the story, as natural as posible like we just watch the real life.… Expand

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rsherman68Feb 27, 2017

Moonlight offers a unique perspective of isolation imposed on a homosexual african american male growing up in a violent, intolerant environment. While certainly enlightening and supported by strong acting and directing, I felt the storylineMoonlight offers a unique perspective of isolation imposed on a homosexual african american male growing up in a violent, intolerant environment. While certainly enlightening and supported by strong acting and directing, I felt the storyline intentionally dragged with forced silence, perhaps to emphasize the hardships and loneliness of Chiron. Although I am glad to have experienced the movie in NO WAY can I agree with the politically correct endorsements of the "critics" in rating it 99 nor can I accept the academy's decision to award it Best Movie over La La Land. In fact, I felt Lion, Manchester, and Fences were all equal, if not better offerings.… Expand

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DPtdrysteFeb 27, 2017

Man, just finished watching this, and what an emotional ride... like other reviewers said, it's too bad that the subject matter isn't more appealing to a wider audience, but that's fine... I'm just glad that I got to see it. The only badMan, just finished watching this, and what an emotional ride... like other reviewers said, it's too bad that the subject matter isn't more appealing to a wider audience, but that's fine... I'm just glad that I got to see it. The only bad thing I can say about this movie is that the medium it uses to tell the stories it tells and touch on the themes it touches limit it from going too deep into any one of the stories or themes. Extrapolated further, individually, analysing any one of them (being black in America, school to prison pipeline, childhood psychology, drug culture, American "low income" culture, other pathologies, sexuality, belongingness in community, being true to one's self, and more)... seeing this movie as a balcony on which many of these themes and stories are perched upon give you insight on a lot here... This movie is very dense (in a good way), it made me uncomfortable, sad, happy, pensive and more.… Expand

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Interpol_kunFeb 27, 2017

First of all, it's not a 99/100 film.
This is a story of a kid. Story of his life. It's very good and real so you can feel the character and his problems. Just a real story, don't wait something special.

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badhairdayFeb 26, 2017

This is the most beautiful film I have ever watched. Cinematography, acting, directing, script, subject matter. A24 has solidified themselves as THE publishing house at the top of Hollywood. Absolutely magnificent.

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drambuie_Feb 25, 2017

I feel that this movie took so great reviews just because of the homosexeual mixed with the race theme. It was a good standing movie, the performances were strong , i loved the photography and the sound i must say but i just didnt feel it.I feel that this movie took so great reviews just because of the homosexeual mixed with the race theme. It was a good standing movie, the performances were strong , i loved the photography and the sound i must say but i just didnt feel it. Any of it, any of the struggle of the heroes.I just watched the trailer again i liked it more that the movie itself, i excected so much more. The scene at the beach ,camera half in the water ok just marvelous! And also i am sorry but i cant see why Mahershala Ali is nominated for an oscar, Naomie Harris did sooo much better bravo!… Expand

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