Moonlight
Moonlight

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Moonlight

1932
Movie
77 min
French

While sailing on a yacht off the French Riviera a shy young man and the owner's daughter are shipwrecked on an island.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: Norman Z. McLeodGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A young woman, desperate to save her family's failing ranch, enters a rodeo competition where she must impersonate a male rider. She finds unexpected support from a charming rival and a wise old cowboy as she navigates the dangers of the competition and the complexities of her disguise.

Critical Reception

Moonlight received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. While praised for its energetic musical numbers and the charm of its lead, Bessie Love, some critics found the plot to be somewhat formulaic. The film was considered a pleasant, if not groundbreaking, musical comedy of its era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its musical sequences and Bessie Love's performance.

  • Considered a lighthearted and entertaining musical comedy.

  • Some found the storyline predictable.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this classic film is not readily available in a summarized format.

Fun Fact

The film features musical numbers choreographed by the renowned Busby Berkeley, who was uncredited for his work on this picture.

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