USA,
1973, 102 min
Directed by:
Peter BogdanovichScreenplay:
Alvin SargentCinematography:
László KovácsCast:
Ryan O'Neal, Tatum O'Neal, Madeline Kahn, John Hillerman, P.J. Johnson, Noble Willingham, Randy Quaid, Art Ellison, Hugh Gillin, Burton Gilliam (more)VOD (4)
Plots(1)
After meeting a newly orphaned girl named Addie Loggins (Tatum O'Neal), con man Moses Pray (Ryan O'Neal), who may or may not be Addie's father, is enlisted to deliver the newly orphaned Addie to her aunt in Missouri. Shortly after however, the two realise that together they make an efficient scam-artist duo. Adventure ensues as the pair blaze through the American Midwest, stealing, swindling, and selling the moon. (Eureka Entertainment)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1974 - Tatum O'Neal (Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role)
- 1974 - Madeline Kahn (Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role)
- 1974 - Alvin Sargent (Best Adapted Screenplay)
- 1974 - Best Sound Mixing
Golden Globes
- 1974 - Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
- 1974 - Peter Bogdanovich (Best Director)
- 1974 - Ryan O'Neal (Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy)
- 1974 - Tatum O'Neal (Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy)
- 1974 - Madeline Kahn (Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture)
San Sebastián International Film Festival
- 1973 - Peter Bogdanovich (Special Jury Prize)
- 1973 - Peter Bogdanovich (Golden Shell for Best Film)