directed by: Jeff Nichols, year: 2012
actors: Matthew McConaughey, Tye Sheridan, Jacob Lofland, Reese Witherspoon

Mud is a 2012 coming-of-age drama film that tells the story of two young boys who encounter a fugitive named Mud hiding on a small island in the Mississippi River. As they form a pact to help him evade bounty hunters and reunite him with his true love, they navigate the complexities of friendship, loyalty, and the harsh realities of life. The film explores themes of trust, love, and the transition from childhood innocence to the challenges of adulthood.

Coming Of Age, Friendship, Southern Gothic, Trust, Escape