Mud
Two teenage boys find a fugitive hiding out on an island in the Mississippi River and help him reunite with his lover and escape an avenging family and their armed posse.
Release Year
2013
Runtime
130 min
Audience Score
7.1
Genres
Drama
Story Snapshot
Two teenage boys find a fugitive hiding out on an island in the Mississippi River and help him reunite with his lover and escape an avenging family and their armed posse.
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Mud is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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