Blue Moon

2022·Movie
1h 23min·NR
84
GreatGoodWatch score

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Blue Moon fingerprint

Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension4
  • Adrenaline2
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Deeply moving and profoundly sad

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Melancholy9
  • Family Dynamics8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Situational Comedy1

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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You want fast pacing

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About

A semi-autobiographical yarn about a man who travels to rural eastern Kentucky to deal with the death of his estranged father.
Indie DramaGrief & LossFamily ReconciliationRural American SettingCharacter StudySlow-Burn Emotional JourneyPsychological DepthContemporary RealismIntergenerational Conflict

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Blue Moon

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Blue Moon legally?

Blue Moon is included with a subscription to fuboTV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Plex, Fawesome, and Cineverse. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Blue Moon worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 8.4 and Metacritic 29). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Blue Moon rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Blue Moon?

1 h 23 min

Blue Moon runs 1 h 23 min.

Is Blue Moon based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Blue Moon?

Critics29
Audiences84

Not quite. Audiences rate Blue Moon higher (84) than critics (29). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is Blue Moon in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Blue Moon?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Blue Moon in 131 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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