CrissCross (1992)

In the sweltering summer of 1969, the Eden Hotel in Key West, Florida, hosts a tale of hope, struggle, and resilience. Nestled amidst its bustling corridors and sun-faded rooms reside Tracy Cross and her son, Chris. Tracy, haunted by the abandonment of her husband, Lt. John Cross, a scarred Vietnam War veteran turned monk, strives to make ends meet and nurture her twelve-year-old son. Her dreams are humble - to escape the transient hotel life and secure a home of their own. Chris, a boy on the brink of adolescence, yearns for his absent father and embraces an array of odd jobs, driven by the desire to contribute towards their dream home. Amidst this, he experiences the sweet pangs of first love with an older schoolmate, Termina - a challenge that youth rarely navigates with grace. Their lives take an unexpected turn when Tracy, desperate to expedite their escape from the hotel, reluctantly steps into the lurid world of a local topless bar, trading her waitress apron for a stripper's sequins. Unbeknownst to her, Chris stumbles upon this secret, adding another layer of complexity to their already tangled lives. Enter Joe, a mysterious vacationer whose charm ignites a spark in Tracy's long-dormant heart. But as romance begins to bloom, Chris uncovers a perilous opportunity. While working for a local restaurant owner, he discovers a clandestine operation of smuggling drugs hidden in fish from offshore boats. His innocence sees this as a chance to alleviate their financial burden and he daringly steals a load, oblivious to the adult dangers he's stepping into. CrissCross is a captivating blend of coming-of-age and family drama, set against the vibrant backdrop of 1960s Key West. It captures the essence of a mother's sacrifice, a child's innocent courage, and their shared dream of a better life, while exposing them to the harsh realities and unexpected adventures of their world.

CrissCross is a crime movie featuring Goldie Hawn and directed by Chris Menges.

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