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Tuesday 25 February 2020

Moonstruck (1987)

Loretta Castorini (Cher) is an Italian-American woman living in Brooklyn, in a relationship with Johnny Cammareri (Danny Aiello). Her partner doesn't ignite much passion in her, but as a widower who fears she may be doomed to bad luck in such regards, she's willing to settle for the safety of 'good enough'. That's until she meets Johnny's unpredictable brother Ronny (Nicolas Cage) for the first time, and the dulled fires in her soul begin to ignite.
Human relationships are key in the work, many of which are influenced by mature feelings and a great big moon that hangs over the city, shining down upon the populace. Cher's character is the focus, but there are a number of others, each experiencing their own reinvigoration. I mean no disrespect when I say that it'll perhaps appeal more to viewers who are of a similar age to the protagonists (I'm in that same bracket) - it's simply that kind of drama.

3 modern miracles out of 5

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