Ethan Hawke says he received the script for Blue Moon 10 years ago, but Richard Linklater told him ‘you’re not ready’
Ethan Hawke says latest film was delayed for years because he wasn’t ready
- Ethan Hawke's latest film, Blue Moon, with director Richard Linklater, has been in development for over a decade.
- The musical drama, which also stars Margaret Qualley, Andrew Scott, and Bobby Cannavale, marks Hawke's ninth collaboration with Linklater.
- Hawke portrays Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart, focusing on his struggle with self-confidence as his former collaborator, Richard Rodgers, achieves success with Oklahoma!.
- Linklater initially gave Hawke the script over 10 years ago, delaying production until he felt Hawke was ready, leading to periodic discussions and readings.
- Blue Moon received critical acclaim upon its October release, earning Ethan Hawke a Golden Globe nomination for his performance and a nod for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.