The Man in the Moon | 
 enlarge | Director: Robert Mulligan
Actors: Sam Waterston, Tess Harper, Gail Strickland, Reese Witherspoon, Jason London
Studio: MGM
Category: DVD
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Avg. Customer Rating:  100 reviews
Sales Rank: 5528
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Color, Full Screen
Languages: English (Original Language), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), Spanish (Dubbed)
Rating: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 100
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Picture Format: Anamorphic Widescreen
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: D1001456D
ISBN: 0792848209
UPC: 027616857767
EAN: 9780792848202
ASIN: B000053VB2
Theatrical Release Date: October 4, 1991
Release Date: January 9, 2001
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A jewel of a sleeper, The Man in the Moon comes off as a nearly perfect short story of two sisters' first competition in the field of love. In a 1950's small Louisiana farm town, 14-year-old Dani falls for Court, a 17-year-old engaging neighbor boy. The two become great friends, but Court is more interested in Dani's 17-year-old sister, Maureen, who is blossoming. Dani will look for any justification why she should be with Court, but as human law dictates, there is no cure for a 14-year-old with a crush. The film is another winning portrayal of small-town adolescence from Robert Mulligan (To Kill A Mockingbird). His eye for casting is impeccable, with Sam Waterston and Tess Harper as the earnest parents and newcomer Jason London as the dreamy Court. The real find, though, is Reese Witherspoon as Dani. Her timeless work here is magical. The PG-13 rating is a bit heavy-handed--although the film does not shy away from its look at budding sensuality, or a horrific and emotional accident. Mature 10-year-olds may find one of their favorite films here. --Doug Thomas
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Oscar(r) nominees* Sam Waterston and Tess Harper and veteran actress Gail Strickland (Norma Rae) join three talented newcomers in this deeply moving film (Los Angeles Times) about coming of age and sexual discovery in rural, 1950s Louisiana. Brilliantly directed by Robert Mulligan (To Kill a Mockingbird, The Summer of 42), The Man in the Moon is a poignant and bittersweet tale Roger Ebert calls a wonderful movie...a victory...a meticulously prepared masterpiece. Fourteen-year-old Dani (Reese Witherspoon) and her older sister Maureen (Emily Warfield) have always shared everything. But when Court Foster (Jason London) moves in next door, the sisters become rivals as Dani experiences her first feelings of affection and Maureen finds the true love she's longed for. But with love comes heartache, and the sisters soon learn a tough life lesson when tragedy strikes and the strength of their bond is the only thing that will keep theirhearts from breaking. *1984: Actor, The Killing Fields; 1986: Supporting Actress, Crimes of the Heart
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Reese's pieces. July 2, 2008
The Man in the Moon starring Sam Waterston and Reese Witherspoon is a beautiful and heartbreaking tale of first love. I just adore this coming- of-age film, this was Witherspoon's first major movie and boy you could tell way back then she was gonna be a huge star. Witherspoon is a talented actress, she gets to show the pros she can handle any kind of emotion. I highly recommend this tender-hearted flick, enjoy!
I love this movie May 15, 2008
This is such a wonderful movie and now my grandchildren love it.
Especially the part where Maureen is teaching Dani how to kiss!
Not too many family movies around and this is a good one!
Reese Witherspoon - Not Yet Famous, But So Talented March 18, 2008
This poignant, engaging film stars the always wonderful Sam Waterston as well as a luminous Tess Harper and, of course, Reese Witherspoon, before she became a magazine cover. Her talent and screen presence are obvious, even at her young age in this one. Reese plays Dani, the younger of two teenage sisters who both fall in love with the same boy. He likes the imaginative, dreamy little girl, but only as a friend -- especially after he meets her pretty, popular, and capable older sister, who is about his age. Dani is heartbroken, but her mother's difficult pregnancy, a new baby, and then, a horrible tragedy overshadow her own feelings and unltimately help bring her closer to her sister.
It's unusual these days to find a film that you could feel good about watching with your kids. The accident scene in this one would be too disturbing for small children (though it's not at all sensationalized, thank goodness). But kids 10 and older would enjoy this film, and so would their parents. Beautifully acted and beautifully scripted, with realistic family dynamics and an emphasis on substance rather than flash, it's moving without being melodramatic.
A Masterpiece! February 24, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Reese Witherspoon, Sam Waterston, Jason London! This movie is great, Ive seen it many times and its still a classic! You wont be disappointed!
 A truly exceptional film February 22, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
A truly exceptional film. This coming-of-age film tells the story of two sisters who fall in love with the same boy. Reese Witherspoon gives a truly exceptional performance. Honestly, really good. Her character shows more growth, empathy, daring, and sensibility than all characters combined. The story was pretty good, short and there wasn't much development; but, that doesn't matter. What matters is the relationship between the characters, their growth and the actor's performances. Truly exceptional.
The DVD is lacking in Special Features (as in it doesn't have any). Subtitles are only available in French and Spanish.
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