In this drama thriller set in the South, a young boy named Green (Bret Harrison) longs to escape his unhappy life but feels trapped in his hometown. A gifted special-effects makeup artist, Green has big dreams of working in Hollywood. But the boy's personal demons -- a drunken, abusive stepfather, a group of religious zealots out to destroy his work and the love of a girl who prefers small-town life -- may stand in the way of his dreams.
| Year | 2004 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Thriller, Horror |
| Director | Robert Hall |
| Runtime | 97 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.7/10 (25 votes) |
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A 2004 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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