Ethan Hawke Shines in Richard Linklater's Blue Moon
Ethan Hawke brings to life the spirit of Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart in 'Blue Moon'.
Who can resist the charm of Oklahoma!, the 1943 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical that launched the golden age of musical theater? The show's catchy tunes, such as those about courting in a carriage or measuring cornstalks, are sure to delight. However, Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers' first writing partner, might have been an exception. Hart, who passed away in 1943 at the age of 48, was a master lyricist behind timeless standards like
"My Funny Valentine," "I Didn’t Know What Time It Was,"and
"Bewitched, Bothered, and Bewildered."These songs are characterized by their emotional depth and self-deprecating humor.
Author's summary: Ethan Hawke stars in Blue Moon as Lorenz Hart.