Sweet and dippy, MOJAVE MOON is more screw-loose than screwball. Inspired by Jonathan Demme's 1986 SOMETHING WILD, this highway odyssey journeys through middle-aged lust by way of Lolita-ville. With welcome good humor, the behavioral tics of its lovestruck principals stand out like
signposts along the way.
Recently divorced Al McCord (Danny Aiello) is an easy mark for nubile young Ellie (Angelina Jolie) when she wanders into the LA diner he frequents seeking a ride to her hometown in the Mojave Desert. Despite striking out with Ellie after he drives her home, Al meets her gorgeous mom, Julie (Anne
Archer). Unfortunately, Julie has an intimidating live-in boyfri...
Released:
1996
Rated:
R
Length:
95 mins