"I miss Dad... and the hogs... and my books... and my shower cap."

Undertow (2004)
Directed by David Gordon Green, rated R, 108 minutes

Undertow is a tense and engrossing thriller about two young brothers living on an isolated Georgian farm, who go on the run from their violent uncle after he tries to steal the family's gold coins. Jamie Bell and Devon Alan give moving and convincing performances as the young brothers, and Josh Lucas creates a truly menacing character. The story plays out quite a bit like The Night of the Hunter, and is nearly as suspenseful and inspired. But, Undertow's greatest strength is the atmosphere it builds with the music, story and characters - making a memorable piece of Souther Gothic storytelling. You'll like it if: You like Southern Gothic stories, independent thrillers, teenage protagonists, The Night of the Hunter, Grave of the Fireflies or Snow Angels.

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