The Free World

2016 • 101 minutes

About this movie

After spending two decades in prison for a crime he didn't commit, Mo struggles to put his past behind him as he readjusts to a new life working in an animal shelter. Doris is trapped in another sort of prison: an abusive marriage. A dramatic encounter brings these two troubles souls together, and a possible murder connects them. Soon, Mo finds himself risking everything - including being locked up again for someone else's crime. Driven by explosive performances from Elisabeth Moss and Boyd Holbrook, The Free World is a gripping, mood-drenched exploration of guilt, redemption, and what it means to be free.

Ratings and reviews

Stunning drama, finely acted by the whole cast with real chemistry between the leads. Even the dogs in this movie are great actors. Shakespeare would give this a nod and so will I! Soulful, sweet, terribly sad but uplifting and life affirming at the same time. What more could you want?! The settings are very clever too. Beginning on a stark background like a bare stage, the action heads out into the swamps of the Mississippi! (signed Mrs B)!

Brilliant film, honest, good values, Mo a released convict for crimes he did not commit helps a women who is a survivor of domestic violence. Mo follows Islam and he portrays a real spiritual side to Islam, simply following God. Highly recommend this film, but it is not for children as there are some violence which is in context but there are no sex which is great. The story and the acting is supreme!

Quality film and great performances by the 2 leads. I really felt for him and her in this film and you can see how this kind of situation could easily happen. Will watch this again.