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Moonlight: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review

Moonlight: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review

Update: 2025-06-05
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In this episode of Queer Cinema Catchup, Joe and Allison delve into the 2016 Oscar-winning film 'Moonlight.' Joe experiences the film for the first time while Allison provides her take after a fourth viewing. They discuss the film's structure; key themes of masking and vulnerability; pivotal scenes; and some background information about the filmmaking process.


00:02  Intro to Moonlight

00:30  Oscar Fiasco and Initial Thoughts

01:08  Plot Overview and Key Themes

02:33  Character Analysis and Emotional Impact

03:37  Structure and Storytelling Techniques

05:23  Personal Reflections and Cultural Significance

08:47  Comparisons and Final Thoughts

33:10  Behind the Scenes and Filming Challenges

35:02  Exploring Barry Jenkins' Filmography

36:46  The Editing Process of 'Moonlight'

44:04  Personal Reflections re: Queerness, Masculinity, and Identity

59:12 Memory Lane

01:04:51  Final Thoughts on 'Moonlight'



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Moonlight: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review

Moonlight: A Queer Cinema Catchup Review