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Life is hard. Love is simple.Plot:
Sixteen years after the accident that claimed his son's life and permanently injured his wife, a man returns to his home in search of redemption. | add synopsisAwards:
1 win & 1 nomination moreUser Comments:
A film of pure conviction moreCast
(Credited cast) | Billy Bob Thornton | ... | Joe |
 | Lisa Blount | ... | Chrystal |
 | Ray McKinnon | ... | Snake |
 | Harry Lennix | ... | Kalid |
 | Walton Goggins | ... | Larry (as Walt Goggins) |
 | Grace Zabriskie | ... | Gladys |
 | Johnny Galecki | ... | Barry |
 | Colin Fickes | ... | Hog |
| Max Kasch | ... | Shorty |
 | James Intveld | ... | Charlie Cato |
 | Kathryn Howell | ... | Miss Mabel |
 | Harry Dean Stanton | ... | Pa Da |
| rest of cast listed alphabetically: | |||
 | Ed Corbin | ... | Ned |
| Eddie King | ... | Roamer |
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Rated R for sexuality, nudity, drug content, violence and language.Parents Guide:
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While not everyone appreciates the magic of making a feature film that maintains pure conviction, it is rare to see it done so effortlessly. McKinnon allows his exceptional cast to be just that. Thornton's tortured hero seems completely tangible. Blaunt's portrayal of an emotionally traumatized mother is multi-layered and sublime. Powerful supporting turns from McKinnon himself and a bearded Walt Goggins add just the right levity to carry you through this emotional trek. Some might say the film is slow, but it moves rapidly beneath the surface to grip you and reveal a slice of southern life that is all at once haunting and humanizing. McKinnon's understated direction, coupled with Kimmel's gorgeously simple cinematography create almost a still life effect that fits the piece eloquently. The authentic Ozark Mountain music sets the ideal tone. I saw this film over 6 weeks ago and I can still remember what it felt like to experience it. If you dig raw storytelling, then avail yourself to this finely crafted tale.