
Set against the backdrop of the Great Depression, "Paper Moon" follows a slick con man, Moses Pray, who unexpectedly ends up looking after Addie Loggins, a clever and resourceful young girl who might be his biological daughter. Together, they travel through small towns, pulling off cons and scams, gradually forming a unique and heartfelt bond amidst the hardships of the era.
Trivia:
1. The casting of Ryan O'Neal and his real-life daughter Tatum O'Neal added genuine chemistry to their roles, making their on-screen relationship more authentic and touching.
2. Tatum O'Neal won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in "Paper Moon," becoming the youngest competitive Oscar winner to date.
3. Much of the film was shot on location in Kansas and Missouri, allowing the production to capture authentic Depression-era settings and atmospheres, enhancing the movie's vintage feel.