Back Roads (2019)

Caught in an unexpected vortex of responsibilities and buried secrets, Harley Altmeyer finds himself as the sole guardian of his three sisters in the wake of a family tragedy. The movie "Back Roads" paints a gripping portrait of resilience and desperation, set against the raw, rugged canvas of Laurel Falls, a coal town nestled in the backwoods of Western Pennsylvania. Harley's life takes an abrupt turn when his mother is incarcerated for the murder of his abusive father. The echoes of the gunshot that ended his father's reign of terror continue to reverberate through their lives, leaving Harley in a labyrinth of unspoken truths and family secrets that threaten to engulf him. As the weight of the past and the complexity of the present converge, Harley finds a curious solace in the allure of a mother of two living down the road. His longing for her adds another intricate layer to his already tumultuous life. However, the calm before the storm is shattered when Harley finds himself ensnared as the prime suspect in a chilling local murder mystery. "Back Roads" is a poignant exploration of the human spirit under duress, based on the New York Times Bestseller and Oprah Book Club Selection by Tawni O'Dell. This narrative is a compelling journey that delves into the depths of familial bonds, the haunting aftermath of abuse, and the thin line between innocence and guilt.

Back Roads is a crime movie featuring Alex Pettyfer.

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