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Shoot the Moon

1982·Movie
2h 4min·R
64
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Strong craft, a touch of humor.

Energy

Tense

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace5
  • Adrenaline4

Heart

Moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Family Dynamics9
  • Pathos8
  • Melancholy7

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Cringe Humor3
  • Dark Humor3

World

Family, the mind, and everyday modern life

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

There's one thing about marriage that hasn't changed... The way you hurt when it begins to fall apart.

After fifteen years of marriage, an affluent couple divorce and take up with new partners.
Divorce DramaFamily BreakdownPsychological DepthRelationship ConflictEmotional IntensityContemporary RealismStrong PerformancesSocial CommentaryMelancholic

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Shoot the Moon legally?

Shoot the Moon is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Shoot the Moon worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 68). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Shoot the Moon rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Shoot the Moon?

2 h 4 min

Shoot the Moon runs 2 h 4 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Shoot the Moon?

Critics77
Audiences71

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 71 out of 100, so both groups see Shoot the Moon much the same way.

What language is Shoot the Moon in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Shoot the Moon?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Shoot the Moon in 15 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.