Moonlight
A24 | Release Date: October 21, 2016
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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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Rebecca31Jan 24, 2017
Moonlight depicts the story of a young man growing up in a rough neighbourhood in Miami. Spanning from childhood to adulthood he embarks on the difficult journey of self-discovery and all the struggles that come with that. In many ways thisMoonlight depicts the story of a young man growing up in a rough neighbourhood in Miami. Spanning from childhood to adulthood he embarks on the difficult journey of self-discovery and all the struggles that come with that. In many ways this movie is exceptional, the first two acts that deal with childhood and the teenage years of Chiron are perfectly told. Scenes so emotional and distressing with brilliant acting from the entire cast, particularly Mahershala Ali. Although a little underused he certainly gives an Oscar worthy performance. The dialogue between the actors feels so natural you really start to believe what you’re watching is real. The soundtrack is as unique and original as the movie, suiting it perfectly.
This film has tackled an issue that no other film has really dealt with and for that it deserves your attention. Now if you’re sensing a big negative coming then you’d be right. Unfortunately for me the third act of this movie really let it down, the high standard set in the first two acts dropped significantly and I found my mind wandering on too many occasions. For a film to hold my attention effortlessly and then to have the story and the pace drop was hugely disappointing. A regretfully unsatisfying conclusion to an otherwise terrific movie. I’m still recommending Moonlight but the third act turned a five star movie into a four star movie.… Expand
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RatedRexJan 2, 2017
This is easily the best directed, best written and best acted movie of the year. Its too bad that the subject matter isn't more appealing to a wider audience. Moonlight examines how we protect our inner being by camouflaging our exteriorThis is easily the best directed, best written and best acted movie of the year. Its too bad that the subject matter isn't more appealing to a wider audience. Moonlight examines how we protect our inner being by camouflaging our exterior self. With all the kiddy stuff these days, it is refreshing to see a great adult saga. An Academy Award nominations for Best Picture is virtually assured.… Expand
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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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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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khankiraFeb 17, 2017
Harika başlayıp, durağan ilerlemesi beni iten taraf oldu. Boyhood gibi bir film şeridi izledikten sonra bu kadar kısıtlı bir konuda kalmasını istemezdim. Yeterli bir senaryo ama doyurucu değil. Mahershala Ali, filmin çok üstünde birHarika başlayıp, durağan ilerlemesi beni iten taraf oldu. Boyhood gibi bir film şeridi izledikten sonra bu kadar kısıtlı bir konuda kalmasını istemezdim. Yeterli bir senaryo ama doyurucu değil. Mahershala Ali, filmin çok üstünde bir performans sergilemiş. Müzikler şahane. Oscar'da iddialı.… 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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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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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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ThatoneguywholoSep 1, 2019
Good movie. Not the best from 2016 for me, but still good. I really Liked the performances.
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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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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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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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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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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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Dominik08Aug 15, 2023
A refined production, with no obvious weaknesses based on rational empathy.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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thedaywalkerFeb 4, 2017
I really didn't expect the great directing and how great it was shot, Mahershala Ali gives a good performance a well, but i really feel that the that a slightly better score could have made some moments more watchable as some scenes wereI really didn't expect the great directing and how great it was shot, Mahershala Ali gives a good performance a well, but i really feel that the that a slightly better score could have made some moments more watchable as some scenes were really awkward to watch, but overall i would say a pretty decent movie… 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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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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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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hesinbergFeb 15, 2019
great music and very beautiful cinematography , the story sometimes gets very dull and boring but ok
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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jgzegerFeb 24, 2017
A well-directed and well-acted film, but if you're not African-American or gay, you might have difficulty identifying with any of the characters in this movie.
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GreatMartinNov 12, 2016
Once again I think I fell for the hype and found myself disappointed in a movie when I actually saw it. “Moonlight” is not your ordinary movie in that it tackles the subject of a Gay, Black 9 year old kid/teenager/adult as he goes throughOnce again I think I fell for the hype and found myself disappointed in a movie when I actually saw it. “Moonlight” is not your ordinary movie in that it tackles the subject of a Gay, Black 9 year old kid/teenager/adult as he goes through discovering who he is. It is not a ‘Gay’ and/or ‘Black’movie meant only for a minority as it gets into the many feelings all human beings go through.

Chiron (Alex Hibbart as the 9 year old, Ashton Sanders, the teenager and Trevante Rhodes as the adult) goes from being an alienated, bullied boy to a muscled drug dealer who nobody fools with and in a way has followed the path of his mentor and surrogate father, Juan (Mahershala Ali), who taught the kid how to swim and discover himself.

We also meet his friend Kevin (played at the three same stages as Chiron by Jadin Piner, Jharrel Jerome and Andre Holland), his mother (Naomie Harris) and Juan’s girlfriend (Janelle Monae) who offers Chiron a place to stay whenever he needs one.

Chiron, as many gay kids, of any color, becomes a loner, is beaten up by schoolmates and accepts whatever kindness he receives. It was interesting following his path and where it goes. The scene in the diner is a love story unto itself though nothing is said about love except for a record playing on the jukebox.

The film failed me in that certain sections the jargon, vernacular, made it difficult for me to hear what was being said though I understood what was being done just as I didn’t quite understand the relationship between Juan and Chiron and how it became about and took the turn it did. Also a few very interesting characters just disappear from the film. I wasn’t aware the N word was used so much between Blacks as it is here at a certain level.

All 3 actors playing Chiron are outstanding as is the oldest Kevin. The arch of Chiron’s life holds your interest though at times moves too slowly. Ali’s Juan is an imposing figure and the two women, Harris and Monae, especially the former are strong in their portrayals. The direction and screenplay by Barry Jenkins, based on his life, tackles a rarely told story in the movies but it is also about loneliness and trying to answer the question “Who am I?” Some scenes are held too long, others don’t finish the thoughts being expressed. There are two powerful scenes I don’t think I will forget though they may go over the heads of others.

I do recommend “Moonlight” but don’t go in with high expectations as I did and approach it as going to see a good film with a new story.… Expand
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LeZeeFeb 26, 2017
Blue is the warmest colour.

This is an exceptional film, but only from one perspective and that is, LGBT. I totally respect that, because I'm a big supporter. But apart from that, particularly from the filmmaking aspect I did not like it. IBlue is the warmest colour.

This is an exceptional film, but only from one perspective and that is, LGBT. I totally respect that, because I'm a big supporter. But apart from that, particularly from the filmmaking aspect I did not like it. I felt like this film took place somewhere in Africa, but the accent was American. Because I could not find a single white or any other race people, even in the background.

The happy parts are, it is surprisingly a very interesting theme. I loved the storyline. The three phases of a man's life. How things around us can influence to build a personality. Sometimes in a good sense, but according to this film, there are some dramatic turns. Though the end was very simple, but I liked the first episode. It had potential to be a message film, but the later parts turned differently. Most importantly realistic narrative.

More like it is about the life cycle. Feels like a short and suburban version of 'Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring'. All the actors were so good. The screenplay was adapted from a book. Looks like it's a breakthrough for the director. I hope he keeps up the momentum and gives us the best products in the future. This film is not for everyone, mainly because of the theme. Initial parts were okay, but the latter developments were unexpected. It is one of the good films of the year, not the best.

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FortifierJan 28, 2017
I think the reviewers only gave this film the extremely high rating it got because otherwise they would be called "homophobic" by the SJW community...

Lets be honest, though; this film is a 3/5 at its best. While it does tackle a ratherI think the reviewers only gave this film the extremely high rating it got because otherwise they would be called "homophobic" by the SJW community...

Lets be honest, though; this film is a 3/5 at its best. While it does tackle a rather difficult subject and has great performances, its really how overly simple and average the story and cinematography itself is compared to other similar films. There have been similar films such as this which go through a boy's life as they grow up in a rather messed-up part of the world/family; examples include "City of God", "Do The Right Thing" and "Gran Torino", yet this film is nowhere close to the aura and sheer beauty of these films.… Expand
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cxmtlJan 29, 2017
Aren't we all hot moths in search of light and warmth? This was the feeling this movie left me with, passing through the film reel and reaching directly over. It was just a feeling though, and it stayed with me for just a couple of seconds.Aren't we all hot moths in search of light and warmth? This was the feeling this movie left me with, passing through the film reel and reaching directly over. It was just a feeling though, and it stayed with me for just a couple of seconds. Everything else was not so memorable.… Expand
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homer4presidentApr 12, 2017
For an accolade wining movie, this movie falls short in depicting the depth you would otherwise expect. The characters fail to be fully fleshed out to realize their potential. While the topic itself is a goldmine for exploring in the AfricanFor an accolade wining movie, this movie falls short in depicting the depth you would otherwise expect. The characters fail to be fully fleshed out to realize their potential. While the topic itself is a goldmine for exploring in the African American community, it falls painfully short of reaching out to the human element in it. The lead while growing in the movie does not grow as a character.… Expand
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The3AcademySinsAug 4, 2017
Moonlight is a highly ambitious and extremely hyped arthouse flick. I have to say, I had to see the movie twice in theaters to really wrap my head around it. There is some amazing acting and cinematography in Moonlight, and it really doesMoonlight is a highly ambitious and extremely hyped arthouse flick. I have to say, I had to see the movie twice in theaters to really wrap my head around it. There is some amazing acting and cinematography in Moonlight, and it really does stand out as an above average queer film. It's a solid first film, and I can't wait to see what the writer and director do next! My biggest complaint is the performance of Naomi Harris. Her character is so unbelievable that it really took me out of the film. It wouldn't have bothered me so much if her character hadn't played such a big role. I can't honestly give this film higher than a 6, that's how badly it bothered me.… Expand
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MiqhtAug 14, 2017
Unpopular Opinion here: It was O.K. It is not that deep, rather it happens to be politically relevant. Had this movie been made 10 years in the future or 10 years ago it would recieve no where near the praise it is getting. The acting isUnpopular Opinion here: It was O.K. It is not that deep, rather it happens to be politically relevant. Had this movie been made 10 years in the future or 10 years ago it would recieve no where near the praise it is getting. The acting is excellent, yes. The plot is utterly horrible. It is a cliche "can't show my true colors" story that was rather built around the controversy of being gay. It's not that deep.… Expand
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smuroseAug 10, 2020
Good story but it doesn't live up to the hype created. I thought the acting was good, but nothing spectacular. It was emotional, but it didn't stick in my mind over time.
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niknacksJan 24, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm pretty surprised by how positive this movie has been reviewed. Many of the character relationships make little to no sense based on what is occurring in the movie. This is a dark coming of age tale, but loses much of it's believability early on in the movie. To start, the bullies of the movie recognize the main character as gay long before he himself does, almost making it seem as though because they call him gay he then turns gay. It is hard to care overmuch about the main character as he has maybe 25 lines in the entire movie, and anytime he does talk it's 4-5 word sentences followed by long stretches of silence. I guess this was supposed to be an interesting character trait, but when the movie contains nothing but dialog and the main character doesn't talk it seems like a bit of a problem. It's exacerbated by the fact that every other character in the movie constantly points it out. The best friend/lover is equally confusing throughout the movie. His sexuality is seemingly fluid ranging from dude bro misogyny to handjibbers at the beach. At least the friend/lover was charismatic and for me the only redeeming actor in the movie. Every other character could have been played by anyone, the mom especially lacked presence in the film with the exception of the scene in which she forcibly takes money from her son. Not a bad movie, but it left much to be desired. The music and cinematography were strong, but total lack of likeable characters, and odd character choices felt like it detracted from the any real entertainment value that could have been found here. The biggest problem was the main characters arc, troubled gay kid in broken home beats the **** out of bully, disappears, comes back as a drug peddler. In the interim has not touched another person man or women, comes back and I guess gets back with his childhood hand jibber giver for love ever after? This is a story that takes place over a 20+ years of a persons life, but quite literally goes nowhere in all that time.… Expand
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ScreamagerFeb 13, 2018
I wanted to like Moonlight. Really, I did. But I can't. I don't know what it is about the film but it just frustrates me.

I screened this film as part of my research into the representation of sexuality and gender in film, believing thatI wanted to like Moonlight. Really, I did. But I can't. I don't know what it is about the film but it just frustrates me.

I screened this film as part of my research into the representation of sexuality and gender in film, believing that this was a significant work. And it is: the Academy Award for Best Picture winner and one of the most highly rated films on Rotten Tomatoes and Metacritic. Naturally, with all the praise the film was lavished with, I was excited.

When the movie ended I was in a state of confusion. Confusion because when the credits started rolling my first thought was "Is that it?". I often like films that are subtle in the way they work and Moonlight is an extremely subtle movie yet at the same time it bears the subtlety of a brick to the face; Moonlight is the equivalent of someone tapping you on the shoulder, punching you and then running away before you have a chance to realise what's happening. The film is too conventional and tries too hard to be experimental with it's simplicity: our protagonist Chiron is met with a number of issues throughout his life which are generic, cliched and frankly uninteresting - people claim that this movie is "all too real" but for me it seemed like a shopping list of typical film issues that had all been neatly shoehorned to create the perfect tragic character. The problem I have with this is that a lot of the issues are unresolved by the time the film ends, but perhaps that was the entire point, but then again I stopped caring in the last 10 minutes. You see if you're going to go for a film with deep meaning you have to make one that's actively engaging. (Not that I would consider the film deep, it's more a shallow grave of ideas.)

What bothers me most about the film isn't even regarding the film itself but the reviews. It honestly feels as though this film has been lauded by the masses out of fear that to hold a contrarian view would mark you as either a racist or homophobic. You might read this and think I sound ridiculous but there are existing reviews that criticise this film based purely on its artistic merits, and the people writing those have been attacked for those exact reasons. Heck, I read an article suggesting that Moonlight itself is racist and I'll admit that they brought up some valid arguments.

I've glossed over much of the other elements that went into the making of this film and although you may think I'll criticise them, because I do not like the film, you are wrong. The performances are for the most part fantastic, Mahershala Ali in particular was deserving of his Oscar, the film is well-directed and has some great cinematography, the only problem I have is the screenplay and how forced some of the dialogue is.

So Moonlight was a great disappointment for me. A film I was excited for but one which ultimately failed to meet my expectations. While there are many brilliant things about this film there is simply one thing that is too significant to prevent the film from being anywhere near a masterpiece.

Honestly? They should have let La La Land keep the award.… Expand
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SquaredRenApr 27, 2017
To start and make it clear, this movie has some of the best acting ever on a film. The film itself had some big flaws, at least for my taste. The 1st & 2nd acts felt so organic, it presents situations that people may feel related to, becauseTo start and make it clear, this movie has some of the best acting ever on a film. The film itself had some big flaws, at least for my taste. The 1st & 2nd acts felt so organic, it presents situations that people may feel related to, because it was very well made and close to real life situations. Once the 3rd act starts, there is a little "situation" involving the encounter of two characters. That "situation" felt too unreal, & cheap. It's something that just doesn't happen in real life, and felt forced so that these two characters meet each other. That organic feeling from the first two acts just felt destroyed by that 3rd act and made me feel disconnected & angry by a long time. Therefore, I just felt very underwhelmed by that and it destroyed my experience watching the film. Honestly not worthy of the Oscars best film, but still worth to watch & judge by yourself.… Expand
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KingCrasherJan 17, 2018
A story of Chiron's unfulfilled desire to feel loved plays out beautifully in this gentle film set in a gritty reality of the black neighbourhoods of USA's southeast. Attention holding right up until the end.
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DogeGamer2015May 31, 2020
Una muy buena historia bien hecha, con buena dirección y actuaciones sublimes.
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geewahJan 14, 2021
What an overrated movie.
I understand the need for this story to be told, but it could of been done in a way were you could at least engage with lead character and also been less self indugent.
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9jonnywyomingSep 8, 2022
Overrated as hell, not a bad movie, but still. The thing is, liberals get all super exited whenever theres a rando movie featuring mostly non-white and LGBT person
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Perspective_DetFeb 3, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's been done before, but not by you. Also, I'll be honest and say I didn't really get it.

Let me get this out the way first, Moonlight is a well written, well-acted, and well told story about identity in my opinion of course. Now that that's out of the way, I couldn't help but feel I've seen this before. I'll unpack that last statement soon, but first I'll discuss the production quality.

The cinematography was very good. The camera was very loose and fluid in a bunch allowing for sweeps, pans, and overall movement that allowed the movie to feel grounded, funny enough. Certain compositions stood out to me, mostly the close-ups of characters where they are centered.

The lighting for many interior shots gave certain scenes a dream-like quality to them.

The soundtrack was subtle, but the parts of it I loved the absolute most were the multiple renditions of 'Little's Theme' throughout. This beautifully gentle and peaceful piano piece, that starts off tender and shy, then becomes 'Chiron's Theme' and becomes deeper in tone with the same melody, and finally it becomes this confused violin piece in 'Black's Theme'. Each rendition just spoke to what Little was going through in the film, at first he was small and innocent, then growing up, and finally he was confused about who he really is.

Licensed music parts were good too, with the first song lyrics we hear in the film being 'Every **** is a star' I felt spoke to partly what this film was trying to say. And the use of Classic Man spoke to what Black was trying to feel for himself.

The characters were well written and acted. I genuinely have nothing more to add to that statement. No one really stood out to me, as everyone worked well together I felt.

The story was fine too. Once again, that's my genuine take there, nothing more to add.

I usually have more to say about these things, but in all honesty, I found Moonlight to be unoriginal and not really anything special. I'll admit that the movies status among people may have tainted my view of the film as I was watching it, but afterwards I tried to separate those expectations and judge the film by its own merit. From my own findings I found a lot of the plot to be contrived and typical.

A story about this young boy who is bullied at school (for being gay) with a rough childhood and parents who aren't really there for him, he finds some older person who looks after them and acts a second parent, the boy has a childhood friend who is the only constant good thing for them throughout and who really understands (them) and vice versa, at some point the bullying gets out of hand, and the kid is sent to the principle's office and is reluctant to give up the names of the aggressors out of fear of them, the boy shares some "romantic" and tender moment (maybe while smoking and outside) with the childhood friend (and maybe looses their virginity). Even the ending where they meet up again int the future and things seem like they haven't changed between them.

The storyline regarding Little/Chiron/Blacks sexuality was also very bare bones to be honest. He's gay and shy, gets bullied, but this one guy who seems like a real Chad is the only one who he's really cool with in some way and then they stare into each others eyes, kiss, then the Chad boy tries to hide his true feelings by doing something with the bullies that he doesn't want to, but does because he has a reputation to uphold.

I just feel like I've seen this before, I don't know. And I know I'm not providing any exact evidence of movies I found to be similar, and it's honestly because I'm blanking on them, but I just think of every one of those YA type movies like Lady Bird, or any John Greene book adaptation. Something along those lines. And once again, I had the expectations for the film, but even then, I never watched it thinking, "Oh this scene must be why this won and Oscar.", or "I can't wait for the part that people say is the best part of Moonlight." etc. I just watched it. The movies good, but funnily enough I just found it shallower than was promised.… Expand
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weirdoomovieJan 13, 2017
Saw it last night. Didn't know a thing about it before walking in to the theater, except for the awards. Gripping drama about the broken homes and neglected children that contribute to the way things are. The film didn't develop muchSaw it last night. Didn't know a thing about it before walking in to the theater, except for the awards. Gripping drama about the broken homes and neglected children that contribute to the way things are. The film didn't develop much beyond the first half , became slow and tedious. Characters didn't delevop much either. Had great potential, but didn't get there. Overated by critics. Why?… Expand
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BeeceeJan 9, 2017
There is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes (particularly those involving his "adopted" father). However, the cinematography and direction bear resemblance to the average homeThere is, somehow, an interesting story here, as well as some good acting. There are also some good scenes (particularly those involving his "adopted" father). However, the cinematography and direction bear resemblance to the average home movie. There is also a huge gap in the story between an incident that happens in high school and Chiron as an adult. What passions does Chiron have other than the fact that he is gay? What does he even do for a living as an adult? Most of these characters are stereotypes rather than well-drawn human beings.… Expand
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ubuntomFeb 15, 2017
Everything is so predictable in this movie that it keeps you waiting for something upsetting to happen, but it never does. The more it tries to fight against stereotypes, the more it revels in them. It certainly has its lyrical and touchingEverything is so predictable in this movie that it keeps you waiting for something upsetting to happen, but it never does. The more it tries to fight against stereotypes, the more it revels in them. It certainly has its lyrical and touching moments, but it lacks honesty and character depth, and it's too abrupt in the kid-boy-adult evolution of the protagonist. Reviews outside the US are far from rave.… Expand
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JeffKnoxFeb 23, 2017
I don't understand the hype behind this movie. I felt like there was going to be a good message behind it but in the end it felt very lacking in substance. If the movie was about a straight white guy it wouldn't be getting much attention andI don't understand the hype behind this movie. I felt like there was going to be a good message behind it but in the end it felt very lacking in substance. If the movie was about a straight white guy it wouldn't be getting much attention and would be seen as mediocre at best.
I think the reason it got the attention is only because the subject matter was about a gay black guy. If we've had a few movies like this already nobody would be looking at this like it was something special. I get that people might like seeing this subject matter but that doesn't excuse the fact that there's hardly any substance to it.

By the end I was left feeling like I was supposed to be impacted somehow but any message that it had fell extremely flat. Again, I think if it wasn't for the subject matter most people would recognize this as a mediocre movie.… Expand
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jimbox666Feb 26, 2017
One of the best acted movies of the year, which unfortunately does not make up for how boring it was. I fear that we once again fallen prey to political correctness whereby you are labelled a homophobe and racist if you do not like thisOne of the best acted movies of the year, which unfortunately does not make up for how boring it was. I fear that we once again fallen prey to political correctness whereby you are labelled a homophobe and racist if you do not like this movie. I am neither. I just did not think it was a very good movie.… Expand
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JackballsJun 22, 2020
It was an alright movie. It had it's charming scenes here and there, but over all uneventful. It really was pretty boring and drawn out. There is no larger punchline other than that he's gay.
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zech147Aug 7, 2020
For whatever reason I was prepared to LOVE this movie, but I didn't. Although the movie was interesting enough (I made it through in one siting), it was missing the cinematography that would have made it "outstanding." I don't know if my ownFor whatever reason I was prepared to LOVE this movie, but I didn't. Although the movie was interesting enough (I made it through in one siting), it was missing the cinematography that would have made it "outstanding." I don't know if my own expectations were too high, or the movie truly was a let down. In any case, I found connecting with the 3 stories difficult, even though I really wanted to. This was mostly due to the sparse dialog, lack of drama, and poor character development outside of the character's sexuality (I mean it's great he was gay, but who IS he as a person).There were many distractions (cinematography and plot jumps/ holes) and unneeded tensions that I felt detracted from the movie. I hope you are able to enjoy it as much as "the aggregate" did.… Expand
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vaidesOct 21, 2020
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xoaMar 1, 2017
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imthenoobFeb 19, 2017
All hype imo. I expected so much more from such a critically acclaimed film. I thought the whole adult section was a disappointment. He becomes his harden criminal and yet he is so easy to forgive his mother, a junkie who treated him likeAll hype imo. I expected so much more from such a critically acclaimed film. I thought the whole adult section was a disappointment. He becomes his harden criminal and yet he is so easy to forgive his mother, a junkie who treated him like garbage, and rekindle the love he had with his friend, whom he had a one off encounter with before going to jail. It just doesn't really feel satisfying to me.

Also, I think it would have been more interesting seeing him in his Teen/Adult years. To see how he got into the world of drugs and how he became the man he is today. That would have been really interesting to see. This film has easily been the most overrated film I've seen since Avatar.… Expand
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bavuJan 3, 2020
The most overrated film of the decade if not of the 21. century so far. A mediocre film out of a mediocre script lies between City Lights and Touch of Evil on the list, that's unbelievable.
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alexmegakingAug 20, 2020
Вылизывание задниц меньшинствам как в кино,так и критиками
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moothemagiccowJan 29, 2017
I love a good drama, but this could have been condensed to about 40 minutes. Yeah, the subject matter is important, the character types are not common enough, but the story itself is a snoozefest.
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DzimasMar 2, 2017
Great start but none of the three chapters were long enough to get any more than a feel for the main character. What you have is a highly impressionistic film that doesn't even attempt to get to the root causes of Chiron's problems, turningGreat start but none of the three chapters were long enough to get any more than a feel for the main character. What you have is a highly impressionistic film that doesn't even attempt to get to the root causes of Chiron's problems, turning out pretty much as you expect. Why all the 100s and 10s I have no idea, other than the theme beguiled reviewers who could pretty much insert whatever feelings they have on the subject into the movie.… Expand
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ThiagoGonMar 7, 2017
I understand the importance of this theme and the fact that gay black man are rarely portrayed in films. But this movie has no interesting plot. We only get to see flashes of Chiron's life. The third act is extremely boring and disappointing.I understand the importance of this theme and the fact that gay black man are rarely portrayed in films. But this movie has no interesting plot. We only get to see flashes of Chiron's life. The third act is extremely boring and disappointing. The first two are better and have great performances. Even though, that was not a pleasing movie to watch, as it goes nowhere.… Expand
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Nifty2gMar 31, 2017
If I open my history I can find at least 10 gay porn films featuring black couples that has a more compelling story line than this film. I watched for about 15 minutes 2 gay black dudes drink wine in a diner talking about the most boring crapIf I open my history I can find at least 10 gay porn films featuring black couples that has a more compelling story line than this film. I watched for about 15 minutes 2 gay black dudes drink wine in a diner talking about the most boring crap you could imagine that ended up leaving me blue balled.… Expand
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KelvinSelimorApr 16, 2022
Moonlight. The best movie in the world. Approximately such headlines were written in 2016-2017 on the eve of the Oscars. 2 hours I watched this film and tried to understand what they want to convey to me. The main character practically doesMoonlight. The best movie in the world. Approximately such headlines were written in 2016-2017 on the eve of the Oscars. 2 hours I watched this film and tried to understand what they want to convey to me. The main character practically does not show the main two themes of this film. Chiron is constantly silent or looks sad, that's the whole point of this movie.… Expand
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MTEODORONov 15, 2020
Except by the excelent actors performance, this is only a regular movie. The end is very poor and we didn't have a good message after that.
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Ivan665Mar 2, 2017
I would give it less if it didnt have characters so real and believable, that feel like Ive know them since forever. But the good points end here. The move has no plot, nothing intriguing or exciting. Its just a series of sentimental,I would give it less if it didnt have characters so real and believable, that feel like Ive know them since forever. But the good points end here. The move has no plot, nothing intriguing or exciting. Its just a series of sentimental, realistic snippets of a losers life. But I personally care not about the miserable, dumb, lazy part of society, so I could not relate. And maybe thats just what some people want, modern "art", stupid things to be excited about, but I say move along, nothing to see here...… Expand
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swingJan 10, 2017
For me, it was realistic and well acted, but lacked any entertainment value at all. The story was simple. The dialogue was sparse. There was no humor. There was really very little drama. I waited for something to happen, but after theFor me, it was realistic and well acted, but lacked any entertainment value at all. The story was simple. The dialogue was sparse. There was no humor. There was really very little drama. I waited for something to happen, but after the first 40 min., I knew I'd be waiting until the end of the movie. But there was no end and no real message. I've seen Hidden Figures, Fences, and Manchester by the Sea. Moonlight isn't in the same class as far as movie entertainment. I can sincerely say, I am sorry I saw it. I am not sure why it's getting awards.… Expand
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AxeTFeb 3, 2017
As far as Academy Award affirmative action handout recipients in this year's nominations, this is the other end of the spectrum from the much more watchable, commercial and accomplished "Hidden Figures". This artsy, European and Asian cinemaAs far as Academy Award affirmative action handout recipients in this year's nominations, this is the other end of the spectrum from the much more watchable, commercial and accomplished "Hidden Figures". This artsy, European and Asian cinema influenced personal story is a very small low budget film of slight accomplishment. That doesn't make it less worthy though. What does is the fact it is a far lesser effort than so many others and has no particular brilliance. Just because a story is personal does not qualify it for production nor a wide audience. Everyone has a story, and most are not cinematic enough to be told. Sorry. Yet still, there is nothing wrong with telling a little story from your life. It's good the film was made and has its merits for some. What is wrong is the sick deranged mass over praise by shallow crying to be noble critics for a very slow, arty for art's sake, little film that doesn't deliver on story craft or emotion to any degree remotely close to a great personal film with similar subject matter of growing up in a rough city setting like "Boyz n the Hood". What is downright corrupt and disgraceful is The Academy's biased pc/racial/sexist/diversity driven endorsement by handing this slight effort 8 nominations simply because of its black gay identity!… Expand
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TriggatomicMar 11, 2017
At first it was wrongly given to la la land, and truly, it should have stayed there. The Oscar ceremony started cracking by all the errors committed and it is also cracking by the nomination of such movie. During watching the movie I haveAt first it was wrongly given to la la land, and truly, it should have stayed there. The Oscar ceremony started cracking by all the errors committed and it is also cracking by the nomination of such movie. During watching the movie I have asked myself many times why it won the oscars. It was so boring, dull, and pointlessly slow. It was missing so much to be a good movie. Getting off my seat was the best part. The actors acted very good, but the whole story is not worth it in the oscars. This won the oscars because of liberal and PC reasons.… Expand
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ourtimehascomeApr 5, 2017
Moonlight may think it's unique, but in fact it is incredibly trite. The entire plot is simply about how the main character deals with being a homosexual. There is no plot. It is a two and a half hour film about a boy discovering his sexualMoonlight may think it's unique, but in fact it is incredibly trite. The entire plot is simply about how the main character deals with being a homosexual. There is no plot. It is a two and a half hour film about a boy discovering his sexual identity. His drug dealing patriarchal mentor, drug addicted mother, and childhood bullying are all elements which have been done a million times before. There was so little payoff in a lackluster ending. The camerawork is all over the place, like it was directed by two different people. The only thing I liked about the film was its attention to realism such as the relationships between students.… Expand
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jmmarchDec 21, 2016
A gay movie for people who don't want to be bothered by actual gay sex. A movie full of gay movie cliches and half-baked characterizations. The biggest disappointment of 2016.
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AkumaJackMay 10, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film is bad.
Is well directed and played by the actors but the plot is just bad, badly told and mildly racist. The characters had a game where they just beat the **** out of each other.
WHY? Is just because they are black? And they are all "stupid".
All they talk about is "YO **** I SLAINED DAT **** They love story is just awful.
This gay drug dealer that has been in prison for YEARS because a guy got forced to break his face when he comes out just say "Oh well, haven't been gay in a while. Lets go back to a guy that hit me, just bc he jerked me off 10 years ago." 10 years. He didnt forget, he didnt fall in love with someone else. Someone might say is because they love each other.
No, they don't. Or at least it isn't show in the film in any way. They are close friends but they talk like 3 times in the **** film. And once is just kevin (one of the two) saying "YO **** I SLAINED DAT POSSEEEE".
I don't know. I think this film is a scam.… Expand
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GaosApr 9, 2018
i see some good scenes, good story, but it is boring! why should i write more!
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ztnjpvMar 8, 2019
In my opinion, another highly rated movie by critics for its subject matter rather than the quality of the movie. I found it boring and difficult to get into.
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SEROJMar 22, 2018
Putting the acting aside - this is one of the most overrated movies in the history of cinema. I'm not homophobic but the plot is just worthless. I don't think i'll ever waste my time on watching this again.
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ActionJacksenMar 6, 2017
How did that movie even get nominated for a "best picture"? It was slow, boring and nothing happened, oh and lots of the camera work will actually make you feel dizzy. Was it real? Yes, but who cares... nothing ever happens.
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JP32Aug 25, 2019
Barry Jenkins, today's Hollywood's toast of the town, is really only concerned with the paint job. The showy, arty elements. The “dreamy” camerawork (or out of focus and shaky camerawork if you prefer), the poetic dialogue (laughable), theBarry Jenkins, today's Hollywood's toast of the town, is really only concerned with the paint job. The showy, arty elements. The “dreamy” camerawork (or out of focus and shaky camerawork if you prefer), the poetic dialogue (laughable), the delicate background music. He doesn’t much care about the characters as people, but as parts of his little tone poem school project.… Expand
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AndyChaplinMar 8, 2017
Seems to get more an more boring as the film progresses. Is street-corner drug dealing ever like it is portrayed in this film? For a child that is supposed to be neglected he has the cleanest shirts and schoolbag that I have ever seen.Seems to get more an more boring as the film progresses. Is street-corner drug dealing ever like it is portrayed in this film? For a child that is supposed to be neglected he has the cleanest shirts and schoolbag that I have ever seen. Small but significant indications that there seems to be no quality control or active editing involved with this film.… Expand
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didntloveitFeb 16, 2019
I left during the middle of the movie. From the very first scene, there is a claustrophobic feel to the world in which this story takes place. I felt as though I was watching a horror movie and was bracing myself for something bad to happen.I left during the middle of the movie. From the very first scene, there is a claustrophobic feel to the world in which this story takes place. I felt as though I was watching a horror movie and was bracing myself for something bad to happen. The main character's plight is so bleak that I couldn't enjoy any nice moments without wondering when he was going to be hurt yet again. After a while, I just couldn't take it any more. I have now seen If Beale Street Could Talk and I don't think that I like Barry Jenkins' filmmaking style.… Expand
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lauroguirlandaJan 11, 2018
One of the worst movie of all times! Boring movie, I can't understand why it won the Oscar.
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signum88Sep 29, 2019
The acting is mediocre, the story is uninteresting and the lead was white, nobody would have ever heard of this movie.
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RoblazeJan 24, 2020
I admit I was hyped by the hype and love for independent film, but this was a very bad film. Ali did good and the cinematography was excellent. The solid acting and attempt at a three step chronological story line did nothing for such andI admit I was hyped by the hype and love for independent film, but this was a very bad film. Ali did good and the cinematography was excellent. The solid acting and attempt at a three step chronological story line did nothing for such and incredibly weak plot. Seriously, towards the end they made me not care about any character and, like the growing movement in Hollywood, this served to highlight yet another gay issue. I am particularly offended that they continue to push this issue about an extremely small portion of the population ignoring so many other avenues of true diversity. If you want to lose 2 hours of your life you will never get back, have at it.… Expand
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chrisvbFeb 27, 2017
I didn't really like it. But then again, I don't like being preached at. I prefer a movie that entertains me as opposed to one trying to send a message (whether or not I agree with the message).
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koconnorSep 3, 2017
One of the strangest movies I've seen. Brokeback mountain meets The Wire. But, I have to admit, it did make me think. Like, was there a plot in this movie? Or, how did this ever win best picture?
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DOUGKNov 27, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Terrible movie, no reason to watch. It is depressing and unrealistic in many ways. Unbelievable that so many critics and people here are giving this movie favorable reviews. Nothing good about it. "real" "sensitive" Please!!! It is some idiots idea of a realistic movie with stereotypical characters and a nonsensical plot. Save your time and money.… Expand
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MyK_DiaBLoOct 8, 2019
Неплохой саундтрек, цветокор и картинка, но что касается сюжетной стороны, это бездна, скучно, неинтересно, переоценено, так ещё и оскар этот недофильм получил, не заслуживает вашего внимания и времени.Неплохой саундтрек, цветокор и картинка, но что касается сюжетной стороны, это бездна, скучно, неинтересно, переоценено, так ещё и оскар этот недофильм получил, не заслуживает вашего внимания и времени.
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vmassoud1985Mar 3, 2017
This movie is not even average its not at all. When i heard that this is a "must watch" movie i couldn't wait to see it . However i am surprised that got so much publicity .
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goodninja3Mar 4, 2017
Below you'll find people who say how "real" the film was and how empathetic it was to the social context of our times. This IS the problem.

Not only does this movie unrealistically fantasize gay culture, it is also wets the dreams for virtueBelow you'll find people who say how "real" the film was and how empathetic it was to the social context of our times. This IS the problem.

Not only does this movie unrealistically fantasize gay culture, it is also wets the dreams for virtue signalling critics. This movie tries hard to be so-called "realistic" but falls into the same predictable tropes and frameworks of usual love drama. The only Oscar-worthy thing about this movie is its homosexual sprinkles to cover a repetitively overcooked cake. But this is not just any cake...this cake is chocolate brown

And with the political climate of race-baiting and un-grounded claims of discrimination; its no wonder the film industry drones bow down to the masses. This movie is a pass for anyone looking for something remotely interesting. You'll get bored out of your mind with Moonlights cliched characters and plot.… Expand
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GO7Mar 31, 2020
Worst movie at all time there is no story worst character in the history and there is gay support this movie made me wanna sick
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NataliefilmMar 17, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "3 Act structure," It better be the most emotional, painful, time in the characters life. I need to feel the emotion. I need that confrontation with your mother about the abuse and the neglect. I need you to make me feel the pain you feel everyday. Make me feel isolated as you did in school. Let me grow with you as a character. Make the shots resemble that growth, as the character grows and develops as do the shot stabilize and lighting seems not as harsh. As dose the world not seem as harsh and cruel anymore. Either I'm growing with you or I am not. One of the biggest events in the characters life, the death of a man that fed him and raised him could have been a symphony of emotions. Yet you chose to give us a back story you'll never use. Which is the biggest mistake in the film. How I'm I going to get emotional when I only have pieces of a story? I don't need another walk around film. I need connection, emotion, Life and death, the struggles defeating the demons. Because if you can't defeat them. How am I going to? We connect with the hero's journey because it gives us hope. Give me hope! Not just moments in your life. Show me the gold at the end of the rainbow.… Expand
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vassbarrelaJun 23, 2020
esse e o pior filme que ja vi na vida um filme altamente lacrador que so ganhou oscar por causa do vitimismo negro e gay
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raefonFeb 28, 2017
This movie is simple and absolute load of rubbish. There is not a single redeeming feature to suggest it should even be a TV release little own an Oscar winner. Even from an artistic crap point of view this is more like a pro hart or abstractThis movie is simple and absolute load of rubbish. There is not a single redeeming feature to suggest it should even be a TV release little own an Oscar winner. Even from an artistic crap point of view this is more like a pro hart or abstract mess thrown together with little ability to go anywhere or achieve anything but the masses have to find some substance and worth as to why they wasted money making it and then why they indeed watched it so they somehow come to the conclusion its a master piece and you just don't understand.

Oh I understand alright, your sheep that like this just so you can believe you are cultured somehow.

Child please !!! this movie is a suicide hotline. If your not depressed before it you will definitely want to kill yourself afterwards as it is just such ****… Expand
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Platformmaster1Feb 28, 2017
what a terribly boring film. I'm sorry but this is absolutely not deserving of best picture and will be forgotten quickly. Politically relevant? Yes. Entertaining and engaging cinema? No. Nothing performances with flat faces andwhat a terribly boring film. I'm sorry but this is absolutely not deserving of best picture and will be forgotten quickly. Politically relevant? Yes. Entertaining and engaging cinema? No. Nothing performances with flat faces and mistaking silence for subtlety. It checked all the oscar boxes and got its reward but forgot a script and performances.… Expand
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NazguleroFeb 27, 2017
I had a hard time staying awake. It was really hard to follow because of the ghetto slang (which I hope was only used in this movie, and not in real life, because if it is, here you have the one reason ghetto residents will never get a realI had a hard time staying awake. It was really hard to follow because of the ghetto slang (which I hope was only used in this movie, and not in real life, because if it is, here you have the one reason ghetto residents will never get a real job). This is a movie for a very small audience, I have no idea why it won best actor.… Expand
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