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The Moment (2014): Ratings & Plot

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The Moment is a 2014 thriller directed by Jane Weinstock. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Critics gave it 22 on Metacritic.

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The Moment (2014) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Jane Weinstock
Genre
Thriller
Original language
Norwegian
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Moment About?

The premise of The Moment without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Following the sudden disappearance of her volatile lover, John, international photojournalist Lee finds herself unexpectedly institutionalized. While navigating her recovery, she reconnects with her estranged daughter, Jessie, and develops an unusual bond with Peter, another patient who bears a striking resemblance to John. As Lee investigates John's vanishing act, she uncovers a disturbing truth that challenges her perception of their relationship and leads to a shocking revelation about his past.

The Moment Themes & Keywords

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Crew

The Director of The Moment

Directed by Jane Weinstock.

From the director

More from Jane Weinstock

More films directed by Jane Weinstock, best-rated first: Easy and Three Birthdays.

Full filmography
Ratings

The Moment Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Moment 22 on Metacritic.

Plot

The Moment Plot Summary

What happens in The Moment from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film opens with a series of poignant images depicting African and Middle Eastern communities grappling with turmoil. This captivating work is produced by photographer Lee, who has returned to the United States after her travels. Recently, she and her boyfriend John have parted ways, though Lee finds herself in need of her photography equipment still in his possession. Despite her efforts to reach out to him, he remains unresponsive. Concerned, she ventures to his home only to find it seemingly deserted, with signs of neglect and untouched food suggesting something sinister may have transpired. Seeking help, she turns to the police, where Sgt. Goodman appears to take her situation seriously and pledges to investigate thoroughly.

Full summary

The whole story of The Moment, scene by scene

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Videos

The Moment Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Moment.

The Moment, a Film by Jane Weinstock
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Moment?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What profession does Lee practice?

Cars

Cars in The Moment

11 cars on screen, including the Cadillac DTS Stretched Limousine and the 2011 Subaru Forester.

All 11 cars
  • Cadillac DTS Stretched Limousine in The Moment Cadillac DTS Stretched Limousine Main role
  • 2011 Subaru Forester in The Moment 2011 Subaru Forester Important role
  • 2005 Chrysler Town & Country in The Moment 2005 Chrysler Town & Country Background role
  • 1992 Ford Club Wagon in The Moment 1992 Ford Club Wagon Background role

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FAQ

The Moment FAQ: Runtime, Release Date & Director

Runtime, release date, director, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Moment, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Moment?

The Moment runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was The Moment released?

The Moment was released on June 6, 2014.

Who directed The Moment?

The Moment was directed by Jane Weinstock.

More films by Jane Weinstock

How is The Moment rated?

The Moment has 22 on Metacritic and 45% on TMDB.

Does The Moment have a post-credit scene?

No. The Moment has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Moment in?

The original language of The Moment is Norwegian.

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