Mojave Moon

A middle-aged car salesman, Al McCord, is in love with his married boss's mistress, Ellie. When Ellie's husband dies under mysterious circumstances, Al finds himself entangled in a bizarre cross-country journey with Ellie and a young drifter named Beth. As they flee across the desert, secrets unravel, and the true nature of their relationships and the events surrounding the husband's death come to light.

Mojave Moon received a mixed to negative reception from critics. While some praised the performances of its lead actors, particularly Angelina Jolie in an early role, many found the plot convoluted and the tone inconsistent. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its quirky characters and unconventional narrative, while others found it meandering and unsatisfying.

• The film struggles with a disjointed plot and uneven pacing.
• Angelina Jolie's performance is a standout, hinting at her future stardom.
• The movie attempts a unique blend of dark humor and drama but doesn't quite succeed.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a film that is seen as an interesting, albeit flawed, early effort from director Kevin Costner and star Angelina Jolie. Some viewers found it to be an odd but watchable road movie, while others were put off by its confusing narrative and abrupt ending.

Angelina Jolie's performance in 'Mojave Moon' was one of her earliest significant film roles, predating her breakout success in 'Gia'.