The Man in the Moon (1991)

Name: The Man in the Moon
Genre: Drama, Family, Romance
Released: 1991
Duration: 99 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Sam Waterston, Tess Harper, Gail Strickland, Reese Witherspoon, Jason London

1h 39m United States of America

Drama Family Romance

Plot

Maureen Trant enjoys a close relationship with her younger sister, Dani, but their bond is tested by local boy Court Foster. Initially drawn to Dani, Court's affections quickly shift to Maureen, leading to a secret romance that the sisters must navigate. When Dani discovers the affair, she feels betrayed and distances herself from Maureen. However, a tragic accident forces the sisters to confront their emotions, ultimately bringing them back together. The film beautifully explores themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of sisterhood amidst the trials of adolescence.

Cast

Sam Waterston Tess Harper Gail Strickland Reese Witherspoon Jason London Emily Warfield Bentley Mitchum Ernie Lively Dennis Letts Earleen Bergeron Anna Chappell Brandi Smith Sandi Smith Derek Ball Spencer Ball