Ethan Hawke Portrays Lorenz Hart in "Blue Moon"
Ethan Hawke’s performance as legendary lyricist [translate:Лоренц Харт] in the film Blue Moon is receiving some of the best reviews of his career. A four-time Oscar nominee, Hawke has been a prominent figure in American cinema since his early role in the 1989 best picture nominee Dead Poets Society.
Over the years, he gained further recognition with his Oscar-nominated acting in the 2001 film Training Day and his Academy Award-nominated screenplay for the 2004 film Before Sunset. Today, Hawke is honored as Variety’s 2025 Virtuoso at the Miami Film Festival GEMS and is recognized as one of the hardest working people in show business.
Recent and Upcoming Projects
- Star of Hulu’s series The Low Down
- Director of Highway 99: A Double Album, a documentary about country legend Merle Haggard
- Featured in the horror franchise Black Phone 2
- Lead role in Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon, as lyricist Lorenz Hart
Journey to "Blue Moon"
Hawke shared that the script for Blue Moon had a long development, stating, "[translate:Рик прислал мне сценарий 10 лет назад. Тогда он сказал: «Мы не готовы», имея в виду, что я не готов]." His layered and poignant portrayal shows he was ready all along.
Ethan Hawke said, "Rick sent me the script 10 years ago. He said back then, ‘We’re not ready,’ meaning I’m not ready."
His role in Blue Moon pushed him beyond his usual comfort zone, yet he connects deeply with the character.
Summary: Ethan Hawke’s committed and nuanced portrayal of Lorenz Hart in Blue Moon highlights his versatility and dedication, earning him career-best reviews and prestigious recognition.