Pale Moon
Pale Moon
A mellow drama following the moral decline of a housewife turned bank employee who embezzles a fortune from her customers and indulges in an affair with a younger man. Set in 1994, shortly after the burst of Japan's economic bubble.
Burnharm reviewedJune 27, 2025
Pale Moon (2014) sets up an intriguing story about temptation and moral decline but doesn’t quite deliver the emotional or philosophical weight it promises. The film touches on the ethical complexities of taking money that isn’t yours, yet it never fully explores the deeper consequences or motivations behind the lead character’s choices. While the performances are strong and the direction stylish, the story feels like it could have gone further in unpacking the personal and societal fallout of her actions. A solid effort, but it leaves you wanting more substance.