Liar's Moon
In East Texas, the summer after high school, Jack falls in love with Ginny, the daughter of the town's banker (Jack's mom's high school sweetheart). Ginny's been at boarding school; she's headed for Vassar. Over her father's strenuous objections, she spends time with Jack. At summer's end, Jack and Ginny elope to Louisiana (where 17-year-olds can marry without their parents' permission), and he gets a job in the oil fields. Her dad hires a menacing private eye to find them, Ginny's pregnant, her town doctor gives her horrible news, and Jack's mom has her own agenda. It seems that Jack and Ginny have grown up under a liar's moon. What will these sweethearts do?
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Plot Summary
Jack, a young, poor oil-field worker, falls deeply in love with Nancy, the daughter of a wealthy rancher. Their romance is forbidden by her father, who has other plans for her and despises Jack's social standing. Despite the obstacles, they continue to see each other in secret, hoping to find a way to be together. The film explores themes of class differences, forbidden love, and the pursuit of happiness against societal pressures.
Critical Reception
Liar's Moon received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its earnest romantic portrayal and strong performances, while others found it to be a melodramatic and predictable story. Audiences were generally divided, with some resonating with the classic star-crossed lovers narrative and others finding it too dated or uninspired.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its passionate central romance.
- Criticized for its formulaic plot and melodrama.
- Some found the performances engaging despite the weak script.
Google audience: Google user reviews are not readily available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific audience sentiments. General audience reception appears to be mixed, with some appreciating the romantic elements and others finding the story lacking.
Fun Fact
The film was notable for casting then-newcomers Matt Lattanzi and Cindy Fisher in the lead roles, who would later marry and then divorce.
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