Ethan Hawke Shines in ‘Blue Moon’ Blu-ray Release, Despite Minimal Extras
Richard Linklater’s 2025 film, Blue Moon, starring Ethan Hawke, Margaret Qualley, Andrew Scott, and Bobby Cannavale, is now available on Blu-ray. The film centers around legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart (Hawke) as he grapples with self-doubt on the opening night of Richard Rodgers’ Oklahoma! in 1943.
A Captivating Performance in a Confined Setting
The majority of Blue Moon unfolds within a single bar location, placing significant emphasis on the strength of its script and performances. Ethan Hawke delivers what many critics are calling a career-best performance, portraying both the wit and underlying sadness of Lorenz Hart. The film depicts Hart’s desperation for redemption in both his personal and professional life.
Technical Aspects of the Blu-ray Release
Even as a 4K release was not produced, the Blue Moon Blu-ray maintains a sharp visual quality thanks to its impressive cinematography and set design. The release features a DTS-HD 5.1 master audio track, providing a high-quality sound experience.
Limited Bonus Features
The Blue Moon Blu-ray is somewhat lacking in bonus content, including only the film’s theatrical trailer. The absence of a commentary track or featurettes is a notable omission, particularly given the interesting filming techniques employed to alter Hawke’s appearance throughout the movie. A deeper exploration of the shooting process and the collaboration between Linklater and Hawke would have been a valuable addition.
Final Verdict
Despite the limited bonus features, the Blue Moon Blu-ray offers a compelling way to own one of 2025’s standout films. Anchored by Ethan Hawke’s Oscar-worthy performance, the film is highly rewatchable and recommended for fans of Richard Linklater’s work.
About Lorenz Hart
Lorenz Milton Hart (May 2, 1895 – November 22, 1943) was an American lyricist best known for his collaborations with composer Richard Rodgers. Together, they created numerous Broadway hits, including songs like “Blue Moon,” “The Lady Is a Tramp,” “Manhattan,” “Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered,” and “My Funny Valentine” [Lorenz Hart Wikipedia].
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