Waiting for the Moon

Synopsis

Waiting for the Moon is a 1987 biographical drama film that follows the relationship between literary icons Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas in 1930s Paris. The film delves into their unique bond, creative pursuits, and the challenges they face as their personal and professional lives intertwine. Through captivating performances by Linda Hunt and Linda Bassett, the movie beautifully captures the complexities of love, art, and self-discovery in a time of significant change and turmoil. Waiting for the Moon offers a poignant glimpse into the lives of two remarkable women who dared to defy societal norms and pave their own path in history.

Cast

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  Linda Hunt

  Alice B. Toklas

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  Linda Bassett

  Gertrude Stein

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  Jacques Boudet

  Guillaume Apollinaire

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  Andrew McCarthy

  Henry Hopper

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  Bernadette Lafont

  Fernande Olivier

• Adolfo Vargas

  Pablo Picasso (voice)

Reviews

Waiting for the Moon received a mix of reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised the performances of Linda Hunt as Gertrude Stein and Linda Bassett as Alice B. Toklas, others found the pacing of the film to be slow and the narrative lacking depth. Rotten Tomatoes gave the movie a 44% rating, highlighting the polarizing nature of the film. IMDb users rated Waiting for the Moon 6.3 out of 10, indicating a moderate level of viewer satisfaction. Despite its flaws, the film's depiction of an unconventional love story set against the backdrop of Paris in the 1930s has garnered appreciation from audiences who appreciate nuanced character studies and historical dramas.

See also

Interstellar

Forrest Gump

Titanic

Shutter Island