Directed by: Barry Jenkins
Written by: Barry Jenkins & Tarell Alvin McCraney
Starring: Mahershala Ali, Janelle Monáe, Alex R. Hibbert, Ashton Sanders, Naomie Harris, & Trevante Rhodes
Moonlight portrays three stories of the same person throughout. First, it begins with Little (Hibbert) and his struggles growing up and finding the proper role models. The plot then evolves to Chiron (Sanders) and the problems he has in high school with his identity. Lastly shown is Black (Rhodes) and how he has emerged as a man.
To start off with, I thought this film was slow and boring. I didn't even watch it all the way through to the end. I stopped at the third story so don't ask me what happens.
Despite the slow pace, the film was beautifully shot and edited extremely well. The film felt more like a wonderful magnificent art piece.
The main problem of the film was the plot. Not the acting, nor the music, etc...just the storyline. There was nothing motivating me to keep watching the film. I didn't feel a connection to the character because he kept changing to an older version.
I can see why though it is winning awards. The film revolves around a controversial topic, which I don't wish to say because it gives important details away, just in case you decide to watch this film.
What do you think of this film? Too slow for comfort or above and beyond?
2 popcorns.
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