Goin' South (1978)

In the aftermath of the Civil War, the dusty plains of Texas serve as the backdrop for the story of Henry Moon, a notorious outlaw with a noose around his neck. Moon's desperate escape to Mexico is thwarted when his trusty steed fails him, landing him straight into the grasp of a relentless posse. With the gallows looming and all hope seemingly lost, an unexpected glimmer of salvation presents itself in the form of an unusual town law. This quirky law enables a single woman from the town to rescue a condemned man from certain death, provided she consents to marry him. Enter Julia Tate, a single woman with a pragmatic mind and a silver mine in need of a strong pair of hands. As the noose tightens, Julia steps forward, offering matrimony as Moon's last-minute ticket to freedom. Married in haste, Moon soon discovers that their union is far from a romantic adventure. Julia's intentions are strictly business, her primary interest in Moon being his labor to exploit the untapped potential of her mine. This realization cools the warmth of their marital bond, transforming it into a transactional alliance steeped in necessity and obligation. As they navigate the rocky terrain of their marriage, the local sheriff keeps a sharp eye on Moon, reminding him of the dire consequences should he consider abandoning Julia. With nothing in common and everything at stake, the unlikely couple embarks on a journey to forge a relationship built on the foundation of their compelled union. "Goin' South" is a story of survival, second chances, and the unexpected alliances that life in the wild west can foster.

Goin' South is a comedy movie featuring Jack Nicholson.

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