"I'm in the mood for another Moonstruck experience, for another romantic comedy"
- Norman Jewison
About this Quote
In this quote, director Norman Jewison is expressing his desire to make another movie akin to Moonstruck, a romantic comedy he directed and launched in 1987. Jewison is clearly in the state of mind to produce a movie that checks out the intricacies of human relationships through the lens of humor and love. Perhaps he is influenced by the success of Moonstruck, which won three Academy Awards and made an enduring impact on the romantic funny category. Overall, Jewison's quote suggests that he aspires to inform another story that captures the essence of what made Moonstruck so unique and precious by audiences.
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