“Moonlight,” directed by Barry Jenkins, is a strong coming-of-age story that looks at identity, masculinity, and love through the journey of Chiron, a young Black man from a challenging neighborhood in Miami. The film is divided into three parts, each showing Chiron at different ages: as a child, a teenager, and an adult.
Moonlight - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | Moonlight |
| Genre: | Drama |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Barry Jenkins |
| Main Cast: | Trevante Rhodes (Chiron / Black) - Mahershala Ali (Juan) - Naomie Harris (Paula) - André Holland (Kevin) - Janelle Monáe (Teresa) |
| Release Date: | October 21, 2016 |
| Banner: | A24, Plan B Entertainment, Pastel Productions |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $1.5 million |
| Runtime: | 1h 51m |
In the first part, Chiron, called “Little,” deals with bullying and an unstable home. He finds comfort in his bond with Juan, a local drug dealer played by Mahershala Ali, who acts as a father figure. The second part focuses on Chiron’s teenage years as he explores his sexual identity and builds a close relationship with his friend Kevin. The last part shows Chiron as an adult, shaped by his past experiences, yet still yearning for connection.
“Moonlight” is praised for its beautiful visuals and personal storytelling, showing the complexities of love and vulnerability. It won the Academy Award for Best Picture, as well as Best Supporting Actor for Ali and Best Adapted Screenplay. The film’s look at different identities and deep emotions has connected strongly with viewers, marking it as an important work in modern film.
Moonlight Movie’s Screenshot
