Under the Cherry Moon

In the French Riviera, Christopher, a charming gigolo, aims to seduce the wealthy heiress Mary Sharon with the help of his friend Tricky. His plan is to marry her, inherit her fortune, and then leave her. However, complications arise when Christopher begins to fall genuinely in love with Mary, and her arrival disrupts his calculated scheme.

Under the Cherry Moon was a critical and commercial disappointment upon its release. While Prince's ambition and stylistic flair were noted, the film was widely panned for its weak script, inconsistent tone, and performances. It is often regarded as one of Prince's less successful cinematic ventures.

• Praised for its visual style and Prince's charismatic performance, but criticized for a thin plot and uneven acting.
• Seen as a stylish but ultimately hollow romantic comedy with a weak narrative.
• The soundtrack was often considered the strongest element, overshadowing the film itself.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's striking black-and-white cinematography and Prince's distinctive musical contributions. However, many viewers found the story to be lacking depth and the romantic chemistry unconvincing, leading to a mixed reception.

Nominated for three Golden Raspberry Awards, including Worst Picture and Worst Director, winning Worst Original Song for 'Love or Money'.

The film was shot in black-and-white with a single, brief color sequence, a deliberate artistic choice by Prince inspired by classic French New Wave cinema.