BENNY & JOON

Johnny Depp, Mary Stuart Masterson, Aidan Quinn, Julianne Moore

MGM; Directed by Jeremiah S. Chechik

Rated PG; 98 minutes; 1993


Joon (Mary Stuart Masterson) is a mentally ill woman who lives with her overprotective brother Benny (Aidan Quinn). A dyslexic loner, Sam (Johnny Depp), who admires Buster Keaton, charms Joon, but faces the challenge of approval from her brother.

 

REVIEWS

"A not-to-be missed treasure"

- Chuck Henry, KABC-TV

"A deliciously offbeat romantic fable"

- Bruce Williamson, NEW WOMAN

"A great movie. An absolute must see."

- Sam Rubin, KTLA-TV

"Heartwarming, romantic and fun."

- Neil Rosen, WNCN RADIO/NY 1 NEWS

"Great performances by Depp, Masterson and Quinn."

- Paul Wunder, WBAI-TV