New Rochelle Plays Hollywood: "The Man in the Moon" (1991)

THE MAN IN THE MOON (1991); STARRING REESE WITHERSPOON, SAM WATERSTON, TESS HARPER. DIRECTED BY ROBERT MULLIGAN (99 MINUTES)

Reese Witherspoon makes a stunning debut at just 14 years old in this poignant coming-of-age drama. With a talent that shines beyond her years, she steals every scene in this heartfelt story of first love and family bonds.

New Rochelle Plays Hollywood is a film series presented by the New Rochelle Public Library. Prior to the screening, film aficionado Les Srager will introduce the history of the film and its creative personnel with a discussion period following the screening. Our Spring 2025 series is “Film Career Beginnings” featuring now-iconic actors in their very first roles. See the early performances that launched legendary careers!