JOURNAL ARTICLE

Ethan Hawke Is Sensational in Richard Linklater's Blue Moon.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: ZACHAREK, STEPHANIE 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the film *Blue Moon*, which portrays the final months of Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart’s life, capturing his complex blend of creative brilliance and personal struggles. Hart, known for classic songs like "My Funny Valentine," battled depression, alcoholism, and unrequited love while maintaining a sharp wit and emotional depth in his lyrics. The film, directed by Richard Linklater and starring Ethan Hawke as Hart, centers on Hart’s interactions at Sardi’s, a famous Broadway bar, during the opening night of *Oklahoma!*, the successful musical by Hart’s former partner Richard Rodgers and new collaborator Oscar Hammerstein. *Blue Moon* explores themes of friendship, artistic rivalry, and the bittersweet nature of Hart’s legacy within the golden age of musical theater.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2025/10, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Music
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:188908276
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