Synopsis: Black comedy about con man who takes in precocious little girl. Very well-received by audiences, critics. Remains sure-fire entertainment vehicle for lovers of witty, intelligent dialogue, nuanced performances.
Commentary - in this archival audio commentary, Peter Bogdanovich discusses in great detail how various sequences in Paper Moon were shot, the specific locations that were chosen for them, how they were lensed and the help he received from Howard Hawks, what editing choices were made, etc. It is a very informative commentary that essentially deconstructs the entire film. The commentary was recorded in 2003.
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Commentary - in this archival audio commentary, Peter Bogdanovich discusses in great detail how various sequences in Paper Moon were shot, the specific locations that were chosen for them, how they were lensed and the help he received from Howard Hawks, what editing choices were made, etc. It is a very informative commentary that essentially deconstructs the entire film. The commentary was recorded in 2003.
Introduction - this archival introduction was filmed by Peter Bogdanovich in 1989. It was initially included on Paramount's LD release of Paper Moon. In English, not subtitled. (9 min).
"Keep Your Sunny Side Up": The Ballad of Addie and Moze - this new video essay by Peter Bogdanovich biographer Peter Tonguette explores the father-daughter-like relationship between the two stars of Paper Moon. The essay was produced in 2024. In English, not subtitled. (26 min).
The Making of "Paper Moon" - presented here are three short documentaries that take a closer look at the production and publicity of Paper Moon. Included in them are clips from interviews with Peter Bogdanovich, cinematographer Laszlo Kovacs, associate producer Frank Marshall, and designer Polly Platt. One of the documentaries includes several outtakes as well. In English, not subtitled.
1. The Next Picture Show. (15 min).
2. Asking for the Moon. (17 min).
3. Getting the Moon. (5 min).
Polly Platt - this program features an excerpted interview with production designer Polly Platt and archival scouting footage and stills. The interview, conducted by production desginger Linda Berger, was recorded in 2002 by the Art Directors Guild in Los Angeles after a screening of Paper Moon. In English, not subtitled. (19 min).
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson - presented here is an excerpt from an episode of The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson featuring Peter Bogdanovich, Ryan O'Neal, and Tatum O'Neal. The episode was taped around the time when Paper Moon premiered. In English, not subtitled. (12 min).
Location Scouting - presented here are excerpts from the original location-scouting footage, shot by production designer Polly Platt with associated producer Frank Marshall. It is narrated by Marshall. In English, not subtitled. (17 min).
Trailer - presented here is a remastered vintage trailer for Paper Moon. In English, not subtitled. (4 min).
Leaflet - an illustrated leaflet featuring an essay by critic Mark Harris and technical credits.