Review of Paper Moon (1973) by Durell B — 23 Jan 2013
A well done road trip film between a quick witted, firecracker youngster and her sly con man companion. One of the best comic teams I've ever seen in a movie. Addie Loggins played by Tatum O'Neal, who won the Oscar for best supporting actress in this role has impeccable comic timing.
She plays alongside her real life father Ryan O'Neal who is great as slick talking hustler Moses Pray. Both brilliantly compliment each other in the best way. Honorable mention to Imogene played by unknown P.
J. Johnson who was the African-American assistant to hot-in-the-pants Trixie. Trixie was "your lady for a price" that Moses picked up at a carnival. Imogene had the best side character role and played it well.
Paper Moon was precisely what a buddy movie about grifting should be and what others have striven to be. Holds up just as well now as it did 40 years ago. Perfectly executed with phenomenal writing and acting that never fell short in heart and a dash of soul.
This review of Paper Moon (1973) was written by Durell B on 23 Jan 2013.
Paper Moon has generally received very positive reviews.
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