Moonlight in Vermont (2017)

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After fast-paced New York City high-end real estate broker Fiona Rangely (Lacey Chabert) gets dumped by her boyfriend, she escapes to her family’s quaint Vermont Inn for a few days to slow down and evaluate her life. When her ex-boyfriend Nate shows up at the Inn with a brand new girlfriend, Fiona quickly devises a plan to win him back: pretend the handsome and very laid- back head chef Derek (Carlo Marks) is her new boyfriend! Much to the surprise of Derek --and to Fiona herself-- in pretending to be in love, she realizes that she’s been thrown a curveball: sometimes the best things in life are worth the wait.

Movie Introduction
"Moonlight in Vermont" is a 2017 romantic comedy film directed by Mel Damski. The film stars Lacey Chabert and Carlo Marks and is set in the gorgeous countryside of Vermont, an exceptional background for a romantic story.

Plot Summary
The movie tells the story of property agent Fiona Rangely (Lacey Chabert), who operates in the busy city of New York however has to take a break and visit her family's inn located in Vermont after a rough split. Fiona chooses to take a getaway to Vermont after she sees her ex-boyfriend, Nate (Jesse Moss), who she was amusing the idea of getting back together with, dining with another woman.

Upon reaching the family inn, she is shocked to discover Derek (Carlo Marks), an inn visitors, who is the complete opposite of a city dweller. He preferred the basic countryside life- an abnormality Fiona couldn't understand. Derek is a popular chef in Boston. Still, he decided to transfer to Vermont to leave the city's turmoil to relax, improve his health, and delight in his enthusiasm for making maple syrup.

Secret Themes
"Moonlight in Vermont" mostly focuses on the themes of self-discovery, love, and discovering peace apart from the loud humdrum of city life. The juxtaposition of the countryside's serenity and the city's stress emphasizes the characters' personal growth and the unfolding romance.

Conflicts and Resolutions
Fiona and Derek's divergent views on city and country life triggers intriguing dispute in the movie. Fiona, initially stuck in her city methods, tries to sell off a piece of land to a developer which would disrupt the peace and credibility of the Vermont countryside. Derek opposes this step vehemently.

Simultaneously, Fiona's ex-boyfriend Nate reaches the inn expecting a reunion, additional making complex the equation. Fiona, however, understands she had actually grown out of Nate and what they utilized to share, and finds herself drawn towards Derek. Understanding he wasn't her real love was Fiona's significant turning point.

Concluding Act
Towards the end of the film, Fiona acknowledges her growing feelings for Derek and also begins to appreciate Vermont's simplicity and serenity. She drops the land sale and decides to help her family with the inn organization, preferring to stay in Vermont for the long run. The film concludes on a romantic note as Fiona and Derek admit their feelings for each other, developing a delighted ending for both characters.

Overall Impact
"Moonlight in Vermont" skillfully blends love and comedy against a stunning countryside background. The movie's natural charm, along with the dynamism of the characters, produces a heartwarming tale. Providing a break from the turmoil and intricacies of city life, it functions as a pointer of the easy enjoyments life uses.

Top Cast

  • Lacey Chabert (small)
    Lacey Chabert
    Fiona
  • Carlo Marks (small)
    Carlo Marks
    Derek
  • Jesse Moss (small)
    Jesse Moss
    Nate
  • Fiona Vroom (small)
    Fiona Vroom
    Angela
  • Elise Gatien (small)
    Elise Gatien
    Haley
  • Jason Cermak (small)
    Jason Cermak
    Brandon
  • Rebecca Staab (small)
    Rebecca Staab
    Delia
  • Keith MacKechnie (small)
    Keith MacKechnie
    Harris
  • Jason Schombing (small)
    Jason Schombing
    Irwin
  • Timothy Webber (small)
    Timothy Webber
    Chauncey
  • Gary Jones (small)
    Gary Jones
    Mayor