Film - Blue Moon

Linklater has crafted one of his finest dramedies, a consistently fascinating exploration of the frailty of the artist Directed by Richard Linklater (Before Sunrise, Boyhood), and inspired by the letters of Elizabeth Weiland to Lorenz Hart, one half of the legendary Great American Songbook writing team Rodgers & Hart (The Lady Is a Tramp, My Funny Valentine and – of course – Blue Moon). The Oscar nominated film stars Ethan Hawke as Hart, Andrew Scott as Richard Rodgers, and rising star Margaret Qualley as the object of the alcoholic, closeted Hart’s obsession. Hart reflects on his life and attempts to save face on the opening night of Oklahoma! a new musical by Rodgers and his new writing partner, Oscar Hammerstein. Linklater has crafted one of his finest dramedies, a consistently fascinating exploration of the frailty of the artist, buoyed by one of Ethan Hawke’s most remarkable performances.. Robert Ebert Doors and Bar Open 7.00pm Screening 7.30pm