Mad at the Moon
# Mad at the Moon

Mad at the Moon is a 1992 American Western-romantic horror film co-written and directed by Martin Donovan. It stars Mary Stuart Masterson, Hart Bochner and Fionnula Flanagan.

## Synopsis

In 1892, Jenny Hill (Masterson), a young woman living on the frontier, is infatuated with Miller Brown, the local outlaw. However, her mother (Flanagan) strongly disapproves and marries her off to Miller’s half-brother, James Miller, who is an apparently meek farmer. James Miller loves Jenny, but his love is not reciprocated by her. Eventually, Jenny discovers James' hidden secret of being a werewolf, and asks for Miller Brown's help to protect her from his half-brother.

## Cast

* Mary Stuart Masterson ... Jenny Hill
* Hart Bochner ... Miller Brown
* Fionnula Flanagan ... Mrs. Hill
* Stephen Blake ... James Miller
* Cec Verrell ... Sally
* Daphne Zuniga ... Young Mrs. Miller
* Eleanor Baggett ... Older Mrs. Miller
* Pat Atkins ... Mrs. Russell
* Morgan Stuart ... Young Jenny
* Ryan Slater ... Young James
* Jonathan Tripp ... Opera Singer
* Janet Momjian ... Opera Singer
* Raymond De Felitta ... Piano Player
* Jacqueline Stansbury ... Saloon Girl (as Jackie Stansbury)
* Alix Koromzay ... Saloon Girl
* Kathy Messick ... Saloon Girl
* Melissa Moore ... Miss Saunders (as Melissa Anne Moore)
* Stephen Cole ... Priest

## Reception

Mad at the Moon received mixed to negative reviews from critics upon its release. Derek Elley from Variety wrote a particularly scathing review, stating, "A bad attack of miscasting and some klutzy development take[s] the shine out of Mad at the Moon... Slimly plotted item may attract the midnight crowd at specialized outings but is unlikely to raise much of a howl with mainstream audiences."

TV Guide awarded the film a mixed two out of five stars, commending the film's ambiance, and cinematography; while criticizing the film's underdeveloped plot, minimal character development, and abrupt ending. Fred Beldin from Allmovie gave the film a more positive review, commending the film's cast, cinematography, and soundtrack, writing "While horror and Western fans won't have much patience with this deliberately paced romantic drama, Mad at the Moon is a unique meld of genre influences that succeeds on its own terms."

