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1973 · 102 min · PG

Paper Moon

Directed by Peter Bogdanovich · Comedy, Crime, Drama

Paper Moon (1973) is a Comedy film, directed by Peter Bogdanovich set in Kansas and Missouri during the 1930s. It runs 102 minutes and is rated PG.

A con artist and road trip, with a comedic and nostalgic tone. Themes of family & loyalty run throughout.

Cinematography
László Kovács
Cast
Tatum O'NealRyan O'NealMadeline KahnJohn HillermanJessie Lee FultonNoble WillinghamRandy QuaidP.J. Johnson

The world of this film

Setting

Where
KansasMissouri
Setting
Rural
When
1930s

Premise & themes

Premise
Con ArtistRoad Trip
Themes
Family & Loyalty
Tone
ComedicNostalgic

Shape

Protagonist
Two HanderChild Lead
Pacing
Measured
Based on
Pure Fiction

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