First of all, I hate movies that are filed with terribly fake Southern accents. This was the terribly fake Southern accent movie from hell. Not only that, but the acting was unbelievably horrendous. Lines were shouted, faces contorted with constant mugging. The direction was completely inept...don't you need qualifications to direct...like a certificate or something? It was just as bad as the acting. The dialogue seemed like it was written by a middle school student. So let's see.....bad southern accents, shouted out lines, ham acting, inept direction....complete disaster. The lead actress obviously thought she was Scarlet O'Hara and this was Gone With the Wind....she was the most unbelievable ham actress...how may ways can I explain that this movie stunk? Okay, I'll stop now....

There are a lot of descriptions of what the movie is about, so I'll just tell you whether you should see it or not. I have not read the book, so I cannot make pronouncements of accuracy or faithfulness to the text. I'll be honest: I watch CSI: NY, and liked Claire Forlani's role on that show, and I was looking to see what else she had done. This popped up near the top of my searches. I don't really care that perhaps the demonstrated use of guns in the film may or may not have been incorrect. I'm just looking for involving entertainment; and one or two wooden acting performances won't spoil it for me. That said, I did not feel that anybody was particularly 'wooden' (contrary to other user reviews). Most people were serviceable in their roles; not outstanding, but not a bother either. Forlani and Oliver Hudson had good on-screen chemistry, and Josie Davis was also good. Carolina Moon DOES move at quite a leisurely pace, and most of the action between the scary parts consists of conversation, so if you are looking for super-powers and supernatural battles, or fisticuffs with the occasional gun drawn, you will be disappointed for the most part. The flashes of 'special' sight are used sparingly, and as a result have great impact. This is not an adventure film; it is more of a character study. I was reminded (in a vague way) of some of Tom Selleck's Jesse Stone movies. Not of the characters, the plots, or even the resolutions, but of the overall feel of the film. The countryside looks glorious, and the sun shines brightly - but there is menace lurking quietly in the shadows. First time viewers should be warned if they think this is a family film. Little is shown on screen; but, there are events that happen off-screen that include the beating of a child (10 - 12 years old) (not spanking, but whipping) by her father, as well as rape and murder of several characters (all seen in the flashes of the 'special' sight, so they are very brief, but can catch you unawares). I repeat, nothing is shown on- screen; but there was a director (Scorsese?) who said that the human imagination is more powerful than the most gruesome depiction on screen could be. Be warned!These are all peripheral considerations, though. Carolina Moon was for me a tense and moving picture that I will return to again to watch the characters, even though I now know the outcome. Special props to Forlani, Hudson, and their supporting cast for keeping their acting straight-forward, and for some directing which never gets in the way of the story. A solid 6 out of 10.

A total and absolute waste of time. Bad acting. Bad story. Predictable. Simple. Pathetic. After a while I was only watching to see what happens, since I'd already invested my time into it. Totally surprised Clair Forlani played in a weak movie as this. Honestly - just don't bother.

I loved this movie even more than reading the book! The acting was good, and the plot kept me in suspense throughout the movie. The special effects made the movie even more suspenseful.The setting was beautiful, and all of the characters were played well, although I have to admit, I hope I never meet anyone like a few of the characters in this movie. I don't know how Nora Roberts keeps coming up with fresh new stories so frequently, but I think Carolina Moon is one of her best stories.This was a high quality, well done movie. It seems more like a movie you would see at a theater rather than on TV. Definitely worth watching.