Plot
2010 film by Debra Granik
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Why Watch This
Jennifer Lawrence delivers a breakout, ferocious performance as a teen forced to hunt down her missing father in the Ozarks. The film’s stark, wintry landscape amplifies its tense, survival‑driven plot, making every small victory feel hard‑won.
Best For
Indie drama fans, Strong female leads, Appalachian stories, Crime thriller enthusiasts, Award‑season watchers
The CinePearl Take
Granik’s direction is unflinching, letting the bleak Missouri hills breathe life into a story of poverty and resilience. Lawrence’s raw, unvarnished energy anchors the film, while the supporting cast—especially Dale Dickey’s unsettling matriarch—adds layers of menace. The deliberate pacing lets tension simmer, culminating in a climax that feels both inevitable and shocking.
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Cast & Crew
- Director
- Debra Granik
- Cast
- Kevin Breznahan, Lauren Sweetser, Marideth Sisco, Ashlee Thompson, Jennifer Lawrence, Tate Taylor, Dale Dickey, Garret Dillahunt, John Hawkes, Sheryl Lee
- Writer
- Anne Rosellini
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- Released
- 01 Jan 2010
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- IMDb
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