Serious Moonlight
Serious Moonlight

Serious Moonlight

2009Movie84 minEnglish

After her adulterous husband asks for a divorce, a high-powered attorney takes him captive, refusing to release him until he commits to working on their marriage together. When his impatient mistress shows up, not to mention an opportunistic gardener, things start to get seriously complicated.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes46%
Metacritic53/100
Google Users54% liked it
Director: Cheryl HinesGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A woman decides to spice up her marriage by tying her husband to a chair. However, her plan takes an unexpected turn when he reveals he is leaving her for another woman. The situation escalates into a bizarre and darkly comedic evening as they navigate their complicated relationship.

Critical Reception

Serious Moonlight received mixed reviews from critics, who praised its dark humor and the performances of its cast, particularly Timothy Olyphant. However, many found the plot to be somewhat uneven and the characters' motivations occasionally difficult to sympathize with. The film was noted for its unconventional approach to marital strife.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp wit and unconventional humor.
  • The performances, especially Timothy Olyphant's, were a highlight.
  • Some found the plot convoluted and the characters unsympathetic.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a divided opinion, with many appreciating the film's quirky premise and comedic moments, while others felt it was too strange or lacked emotional depth.

Fun Fact

The film was written by the late actor and writer Adrienne Shelly, who was murdered in 2006 before she could direct it. Her friend, actress Cheryl Hines, stepped in to direct in her honor.

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