Paper Moon
During the Great Depression, a con man finds himself saddled with a young girl who may or may not be his daughter, and the two forge an unlikely partnership.
Critics Sentiment
Moses becomes enthralled with exotic dancer Miss Trixie Delight
Sheriff and deputies beat Moses and steal their savings
The film's biggest swing occurs from the peak comedy of Trixie Delight's introduction to the darker beating sequence, dropping 2.5 points as the tone shifts from light farce to genuine peril.
Paper Moon maintains consistently high sentiment throughout most of its runtime, with critics praising the exceptional chemistry between the O'Neals and Madeline Kahn's scene-stealing performance. The film peaks during its middle comedy sequences before experiencing its only significant dip during the darker final act confrontation. Despite this temporary downturn, the film recovers strongly with its perfectly balanced ending that avoids sentimentality while delivering emotional satisfaction.
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Tatum O'Neal
Addie Loggins
Ryan O'Neal
Moses Pray
Madeline Kahn
Trixie Delight
John Hillerman
Deputy Hardin / Jess Hardin
Jessie Lee Fulton
Miss Ollie
Noble Willingham
Mr. Robertson
Randy Quaid
Leroy
P.J. Johnson
Imogene
James N. Harrell
The Minister
Burton Gilliam
Floyd (Desk Clerk)
Hugh Gillin
2nd Deputy
Desmond Dhooge
Cotton Candy Man
Art Ellison
Silver Mine Gentleman
Lila Waters
The Minister's Wife
Bob Young
Gas Station Attendant
Jack Saunders
Station Master
Jody Wilbur
Cafe Waitress
Liz Ross
The Widow Morgan - Pearl
Yvonne Harrison
The Widow Bates - Marie
Ed Reed
The Lawman - Bates' Home
Crew
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