Box of Moonlight poster

Box of Moonlight (1996)

"Some people have a hard time unwinding."

6.719961h 52mEN
ComedyDrama

Directed by Tom DiCillo

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 52m

Language

EN

Release

August 29, 1996

Director

Tom DiCillo

Official Trailer

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Overview

Al Fountain, a middle-aged electrical engineer, is on the verge of a mid-life crisis, when he decides to take his time coming home from a business trip, rents a car, and heads out looking for a lake he remembers from his childhood. But his wandering takes him into the life of Kid, a free-spirited yo...

Cast

John Turturro

John Turturro

Al Fountain

Sam Rockwell

Sam Rockwell

The Kid

Catherine Keener

Catherine Keener

Floatie Dupre

Dermot Mulroney

Dermot Mulroney

Wick

Lisa Blount

Lisa Blount

Purlene Dupre

Annie Corley

Annie Corley

Deb Fountain

Alexander Goodwin

Alexander Goodwin

Bobby Fountain

Mike Stanley

Mike Stanley

Doob

Rica Martens

Rica Martens

Doris

Ray Aranha

Ray Aranha

Soapy

Robert Wightman

Robert Wightman

Dex

James Richardson

James Richardson

Taco

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Box of Moonlight (1996), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Al Fountain, a middle-aged electrical engineer, is on the verge of a mid-life crisis, when he decides to take his time coming home from a business trip, rents a car, and heads out looking for a lake he remembers from his childhood. But his wandering takes him into the life of Kid, a free-spirited young man who helps Al escape from the routine of everyday life and find freedom to enjoy himself.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Box of Moonlight. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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