Mud

In this 2013 film directed by Jeff Nichols, two young boys, Ellis and Neckbone, discover a fugitive named Mud hiding out on a small island in the Mississippi River. As they form an unlikely friendship with Mud, played by Matthew McConaughey, they become entangled in his plans to reunite with his true love, Juniper, portrayed by Reese Witherspoon. The film explores themes of love, trust, and the transition from adolescence to adulthood. It features strong performances from its cast, including Tye Sheridan and Sam Shepard. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.