From the first minutes, we are shown ordinary rural boys, with their usual, gray life. Everything changes after the meeting with McConaughey.
I agree with your assessment, unfortunately, there are more shortcomings in the picture than advantages.
First, the lack of motivation of the characters. Two guys meet an unknown man on an island in the middle of the Mississippi. What will ordinary boys do in this situation? Maybe they will just leave the island and forget about the mysterious stranger? Maybe he's a pedophile or a rapist? No, real people laugh their fears in the face and take food to an unknown tramp on the island.
Second, the main character. He's a real 14-year-old terminator here. He easily beats up high school students and suffers blows from 30-year-old men, getting off with just a black eye.
Third, girl Mud. She's acting like the last prostitute. She's cheating on Mud not only the night she was supposed to be taken to the island, but also, according to Tom's stories, before that.
Fourth, final. No final shootout. One gets the feeling that McConaughey is at war with the stormtroopers or just dummies. They do not see the focus when he throws the weapon right next to his shelter, and continue to shoot at the chair.
There are few advantages.
First, McConaughey. He literally drags the film on his charisma. Great game. If you are a fan of this actor, the film is worth watching.
Second, the camera work and scenery. Filmed at a high level. The picture is pleasant, the scenery of Mississippi is fascinating.
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