Waiting for the Moon
Waiting for the Moon

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Waiting for the Moon

1987
Movie
88 min
English

Fictionalized portrait of one of history's great literary couples: Stein & Toklas. Summer 1930s France, Alice tends to ailing Gertrude; they visit Fernande Olivier, Guillaume Apollinaire, others; and Hemingway pops in.

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Michael R. MimsGenres: Drama, Biography, History

Plot Summary

The film chronicles the complex relationship between American writer Ernest Hemingway and his second wife, Pauline Pfeiffer. It delves into their early days together, their travels, and the personal and professional challenges they faced, particularly during Hemingway's formative years as a writer and his time in Paris.

Critical Reception

Waiting for the Moon received a mixed to positive reception from critics upon its release. While some praised the performances, particularly Kate Nelligan's portrayal of Pauline, and the film's attempt to capture a specific historical period, others found the pacing slow and the narrative somewhat unfocused. It was noted for its period detail and exploration of the intricacies of a famous literary marriage.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for strong lead performances, especially Kate Nelligan.

  • Appreciated for its historical setting and portrayal of literary figures.

  • Criticized by some for a lack of narrative drive and pacing issues.

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Fun Fact

The film's depiction of Ernest Hemingway and Pauline Pfeiffer's life in Paris aims to capture the bohemian artistic scene of the 1920s.

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