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Sometimes the Moon Is Velvet

2011Movie16 min

73
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb7.7

A deeply romantic, moving movie about everyday modern life.

Good for date night · friends night · teens

Skip it if you want fast pacing

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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Story

Jack, a struggling fisherman from a lonely seaside village, one night finds a velvet dress in the ocean that he believes will bring him luck. However, when a beautiful homeless girl steals the dress, they find that love can really turn your world upside down.

Feels like

  • Poignant Romance
  • Indie Drama
  • Seaside Setting
  • Fable-like Narrative
  • Love Story
  • Character-Driven
  • Melancholic Tone
  • Hopeful
  • Gentle Magic Realism
  • Emotional Journey

Cast

2 of 2

Crew

Directed by
Tom Beckwith Phillips
Written by
Tom Beckwith Phillips
Music by
Tommy Hair

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Facts

May 4, 2011 · 16 min · English

Released
May 4, 2011
Runtime
16 min
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
3 countries

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4 questions, like "Where can I stream Sometimes the Moon Is Velvet?"

Questions about Sometimes the Moon Is Velvet

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Where can I stream Sometimes the Moon Is Velvet?

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In the United States, Sometimes the Moon Is Velvet streams on IndieFlix, ShortsTV, and IndieFlix Shorts. It also streams in 2 other countries.

Is Sometimes the Moon Is Velvet worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73 (IMDb 7.7).

Is Sometimes the Moon Is Velvet good for date night?

and 3 moreDate NightPartner WatchAdultsFriends NightIntergenerational

Yes: romance is 9 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.

Is Sometimes the Moon Is Velvet plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.