Under Three Moons
Under Three Moons

Under Three Moons

2022Movie89 minEnglish

Justine travels to Idaho to learn more about her real father. There she meets Matt, a country boy who loves the night sky. Together they search for answers surrounding her father's struggle with dementia and his obsession with aliens.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users75%
Director: Eliza VanceGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

In the isolated coastal town of Port Blossom, a series of unsettling events begins to mirror an ancient local legend. As the lunar cycle intensifies, a reclusive artist, a determined journalist, and a skeptical historian find themselves drawn into a dangerous investigation. They must unravel the truth behind the town's dark past before the next full moon unleashes a terrifying prophecy.

Critical Reception

Under Three Moons received a mixed-to-positive reception, with critics praising its atmospheric tension and visual storytelling, though some found the plot occasionally convoluted. Audiences were generally engaged by the mystery, but opinions were divided on the film's ambiguous ending.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its eerie atmosphere and striking cinematography.
  • Commended for a strong central performance and intriguing premise.
  • Criticized by some for a narrative that becomes overly complex in its latter half.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's suspenseful build-up and unique setting, often highlighting the performances. However, a segment of the audience found the plot's resolution unsatisfying and questioned the clarity of certain thematic elements.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Cinematography at the Independent Spirit Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive 'three moons' visual motif featured prominently in the film was achieved through a combination of practical lighting effects and subtle CGI, designed to evoke a dreamlike, otherworldly quality.

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