The Road
A father and his son walk alone through burned America. Nothing moves in the ravaged landscape save the ash on the wind and water. It is cold enough to crack stones and, when the snow falls, it is gray. Their destination is the warmer south, although they don't know what, if anything, awaits them there.
Release Year
2009
Runtime
111 min
Audience Score
7.0
Genres
Adventure, Drama
Story Snapshot
A father and his son walk alone through burned America. Nothing moves in the ravaged landscape save the ash on the wind and water. It is cold enough to crack stones and, when the snow falls, it is gray. Their destination is the warmer south, although they don't know what, if anything, awaits them there.
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The Road is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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