Mud

Writer and director Jeff Nichols delivers a solid "coming of age" story with his third feature. Two boys strike a friendship with a fugitive on a remote island and try to help him escape and unite with his love. Beautifully written and directed by Nichols with a solid cast and crew. Youngster Tye Sheridan shines in the lead who comes to understand complexities of adulthood. The supporting cast includes Jacob Lofland, Matthew McConaughey, Reese Witherspoon, Sam Shepard and Nichols' regular leading man, Michael Shannon. 1001 Films' coverage of the 65th Festival de Cannes.