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Serious Moonlight (2009) 5.3
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Reviews: 31 user | 46 critic | 16 from Metacritic.com A high-powered attorney duct tapes her adulterous husband to the toilet ... right before their home is invaded by burglars. Director:Cheryl HinesWriter:Adrienne Shelly |
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Louise
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Ian
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Todd
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Sara
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Louise wants to find a way to reconnect with her husband, Ian, who is divorcing her after many years of marriage. But when she surprises him at their country home, she is more than slightly dismayed that the roses and romantic set-up are not for her but for his much younger mistress. Louise takes matters into her own hands, and abducts Ian duct-taping him to the toilet, where he must admit to his true feelings and he is unable to leave her. Things grow exceedingly awry for everybody when a burglar shows up at their house, and then everybody must discover and admit to their true feelings. Written by napierslogs
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Rated R for language and some threatening behavior | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
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EnglishRelease Date:
4 December 2009 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Armadilhas do Amor See more »Filming Locations:
GMT Studios - 5701-5751 Buckingham Parkway, Culver City, California, USA See more »Box Office
Opening Weekend:
$11,636 (USA) (4 December 2009)Gross:
$25,137 (USA) (25 December 2009)Company Credits
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Louise: [on the phone] Michelle.
Michelle: Yeah?
Louise: I threw heck to the wind and drove up to the country a day early, want to surprise Ian, spend the long weekend with him. So, I need you to call Metler and tell him that the papers were filed yesterday and everything is fine, and I will talk to him first thing on Monday morning. Then call my dentist, cancel my appointment, and reschedule it for Tuesday afternoon. And then cancel my meetings for the rest of the day. You know what to do, that's why you ...
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Written by Aaron Lee Tasjan and Justin Tranter
Performed by Semi Precious Weapons
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The ending is dedicated to actor and director Adrienne Shelly who was murdered in 2006 when she caught a man, who had broken into her office, stealing money from her purse. See more »Goofs
In the scene where Sara arrives and Louise has to tape Ian, the tape almost touches his left side-burn while, when coming back to the house the tape now is far from it. See more »Quotes
[first lines]Louise: [on the phone] Michelle.
Michelle: Yeah?
Louise: I threw heck to the wind and drove up to the country a day early, want to surprise Ian, spend the long weekend with him. So, I need you to call Metler and tell him that the papers were filed yesterday and everything is fine, and I will talk to him first thing on Monday morning. Then call my dentist, cancel my appointment, and reschedule it for Tuesday afternoon. And then cancel my meetings for the rest of the day. You know what to do, that's why you ...
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"Her Hair Is On Fire"Written by Aaron Lee Tasjan and Justin Tranter
Performed by Semi Precious Weapons
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"Serious Moonlight" deserves to be seen for a number of reasons.
First, it is written by the late Adrienne Shelly (best known for "Waitress" (2007)). After her death, her husband set up the Adrienne Shelly Foundation to help women pursue their film-making dreams. Money earned from her films goes towards this foundation.
Second, there are a lot of elements in this film that are pretty original which seems to be a hard feat to accomplish for most films today.
Third, the interesting casting choices, which give us the pleasure of seeing Meg Ryan and Timothy Hutton in mature, grown up roles but acting childishly-stupid with glimmers of maturity and wisdom. After seeing this movie, I believe they are the only actors who could pull it off so beautifully. Add to this, Justin Long in a funny and very surprising role, and then the adorable Kristin Bell who for once is actually playing a character less-accomplished than the average woman her age.
"Serious Moonlight" is a romantic comedy of sorts where we have a husband divorcing his wife so he can be with his younger mistress. Include a couple criminal activities and all plans get thrown out the window. Every turn in this movie is funny, original, thoughtful, and romantic - in its own weird way.
I recommend spending your money on "Serious Moonlight". Rest in Peace, Adrienne.