Moonlight (Barry Jenkins, 2016)
M | 111 Mins | 2016| DCP | US | D: Barry Jenkins
Moonlight follows Chiron from childhood to early adulthood (played by Alex R Hibbert, Ashton Sanders and Trevante Rhodes) as he grapples with his identity amidst violence and poverty. Caught between an abusive mother with a drug addiction and the tough-guy masculinity of Miami’s criminal underbelly, Chiron represses his burgeoning sexuality in order to survive.
This Oscar-winning drama from Barry Jenkins is widely acclaimed for its nuanced exploration of sexuality, class and African American masculinity with standout filmmaking, direction, editing and music.
‘Bold in ambition and delicate in execution, it will break your heart and then piece it back together’ – CineVue
Available as part of the Progress 1984: Men in Love Day Pass: a special In Conversation event with Barry Charles and Samuel Leighton-Dore, followed by screenings of Land of Storms (Ádám Császi, 2014) and Moonlight (Barry Jenkins, 2016).
Part of Progress 1984: To coincide with the 40th anniversary of the NFSA’s founding, NFSA Acton is presenting a series of special events throughout the year that commemorate significant moments of change in Australia in 1984.
The details
What: Moonlight screening
When: Saturday 18 May at 7pm
Where: NFSA Acton (Arc Cinema)
Cost: $12–16. Book tickets
