Review of Moonlight (2016) by Max P — 02 Sep 2017
A brilliantly realized character study of a young man whose existence is questioned and his sexuality repressed by the environment he comes from. Kevin is a boy who grows up to a crack addicted mother (Naomie Harris) and spends much of his childhood with her drug dealer (Mahershala Ali) and his motherly girlfriend (Janelle Monae).
Fast forward to his teenage years and we see a very candid kiss between Kevin and his friend Chiron. The third, and final chapter, shows Kevin in his troubled adulthood searching for answers about what the true meaning of love is.
It's quiet and powerful and so well acted that it flows indelibly. Truly stirring performances by an unknown ensemble that shows a reflection of how our society views masculinity and femininity in current culture.
This review of Moonlight (2016) was written by Max P on 02 Sep 2017.
Moonlight has generally received very positive reviews.
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