Under the Moon and Stars

Our lives are comprised of a series of events, both pleasant and unpleasant, which help to define and refine our character, making us who we are in our latest moment. In “Under the Moon and Stars,” John Rullo wrestles with the subject of destiny through the bittersweet tale of gifted photographer, Jude Star, recounting his relationships with lovers and family. Jude, the only son of an agnostic, local jazz legend and a devout Catholic workaholic mom, spent most of his days trying to understand love, faith, infidelity, the mismatched relationship of his parents, and his place in the world. After what appears to be a chance meeting, he becomes unexpectedly fascinated with a beautiful and intriguing stranger who urges him to question everything, including his own integrity. As the two exchange dialogue under the light of the moon and stars, Jude attempts to make sense of life’s puzzling uncertainties. Is one’s life merely a chain of random occurrences leading to a meaningless conclusion or are our paths purposely orchestrated by the guiding light of divine intervention?