Mud

2013 • 130 minutes

About this movie

A dangerous but charismatic fugitive (Matthew McConaughey) is hiding out from bounty hunters on a remote island on the Mississippi when he's discovered by two young boys, Ellis (Tye Sheridan) and Neckbone (Jacob Lofland). An unlikely alliance forms as the boys struggle to help Mud escape his pursuers whilst at the same time reunite him with his long-time love Juniper (Reese Witherspoon). (Original Title - MUD) 2012 Everest Entertainment. All Rights Reserved.

Ratings and reviews

A good movie and a likely contender for Oscar nominations given its romanticism of 70s/80s movie concepts, and the superb casting of Matthew McConaughey and Tye Sheridan. Jeff Nichols has yet again performed exceptionally even on the back of 2 impressive directorial pieces: Take Shelter and Shotgun Stories. Not sure about the ending though, it seems confused to me.

A beautiful film and very well acted by all the cast. Matthew mcconuaghey can act and his trusting, driven yet innocent character is a delight to watch. These days good reviews are given to any old rubbish as long as it is visually exciting regardless of plot. This deserves better reviews.

McConaughey is good in this very slow film about self discovery and unrequited love. The younger actors are excellent too but I didn't find it kept my attention. Critics loved it so may be worth a try but I can't highly recommend it.