Box of Moonlight
“Some people have a hard time unwinding.”
Synopsis
Al Fountain, a middle-aged electrical engineer, is on the verge of a mid-life crisis, when he decides to take his time coming home from a business trip, rents a car, and heads out looking for a lake he remembers from his childhood. But his wandering takes him into the life of Kid, a free-spirited young man who helps Al escape from the routine of everyday life and find freedom to enjoy himself.
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Box of Moonlight (1996) VHS Trailer
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Top Cast
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John Turturro
Al Fountain
Sam Rockwell
The Kid
Catherine Keener
Floatie Dupre
Dermot Mulroney
Wick
Lisa Blount
Purlene Dupre
Annie Corley
Deb Fountain
Alexander Goodwin
Bobby Fountain
Mike Stanley
Doob
Rica Martens
Doris
Ray Aranha
Soapy
Robert Wightman
Dex
James Richardson
Taco
Stephen Dupree
Elwood
Eugene Wolf
Lyle
Reathel Bean
Luvven Coddle
Betty Wills Stephens
Wynelle Coddle
Linda Libby
Curious Waitress
Gary Lowery
Earl Sykes
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 26, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom DiCillo
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom DiCillo
- Original Score
- Jim Farmer
- Original Title
- Box of Moonlight
- Country of Origin
- Japan, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- Lemon Sky Productions, Lakeshore Entertainment, Largo Entertainment, JVC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom DiCillo
Tom DiCillo
Jim Farmer
Paul Ryan
Camilla Toniolo
Steven Sherman, Marcus Viscidi, Thomas A. Bliss, Tom Rosenberg, Michael Mendelsohn
Department Leadership Roster
Tom DiCillo
Writer
Tom DiCillo
Director
Camilla Toniolo
Editor
Marcus Viscidi
Producer
Thomas A. Bliss
Producer
Paul Ryan
Director of Photography
Jim Farmer
Original Music Composer
Ellen Lutter
Costume Design
Thérèse DePrez
Production Design
Daniel W. Barringer
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Box of Moonlight
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Box of Moonlight about?
Al Fountain, a middle-aged electrical engineer, is on the verge of a mid-life crisis, when he decides to take his time coming home from a business trip, rents a car, and heads out looking for a lake he remembers from his childhood. But his wandering takes him into the life of Kid, a free-spirited young man who helps Al escape from the routine of everyday life and find freedom to enjoy himself.
Who directed Box of Moonlight?
Box of Moonlight was directed by Tom DiCillo.
Who stars in Box of Moonlight?
The principal cast of Box of Moonlight includes John Turturro, Sam Rockwell, Catherine Keener, Dermot Mulroney, Lisa Blount.
When was Box of Moonlight released and how long is it?
Box of Moonlight was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Box of Moonlight?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Box of Moonlight was composed by Jim Farmer.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Box of Moonlight?
Box of Moonlight holds official age classifications: FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).