Ethan Hawke Portrays Lorenz Hart in Blue Moon
Ethan Hawke's performance as legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart in Richard Linklater’s film Blue Moon is receiving some of the best reviews of his career. Hawke, a four-time Oscar nominee, is honored as Variety's 2025 Virtuoso at the Miami Film Festival GEMS.
Career Highlights
- Hawke first gained attention in the 1989 best picture nominee Dead Poets Society.
- He earned Oscar nominations for his acting in 2001’s Training Day and for his screenplay of the 2004 film Before Sunset.
- Beyond acting, Hawke has directed the documentary Highway 99: A Double Album about country music legend Merle Haggard.
- He stars in Hulu’s The Low Down and appears in the horror sequel Black Phone 2.
Preparation for Blue Moon
"Rick sent me the script 10 years ago. He said back then, ‘We’re not ready,’ meaning I’m not ready," Hawke said about the film's long development journey.
Hawke’s layered and emotional portrayal shows that he was indeed ready when Blue Moon finally came to fruition.
Summary
Ethan Hawke’s nuanced performance in Blue Moon highlights his depth as an actor and honors the legacy of lyricist Lorenz Hart, reflecting years of preparation and dedication.
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