Let Him Go
Fight for family.
Directed by Thomas Bezucha
Produced by The Mazur Kaplan Company, Focus Features
A grief-stricken family drama wrapped in a neo-western thriller, where aging parents confront danger and their own trauma to protect what remains of their family.
Following the loss of their son, a retired sheriff and his wife leave their Montana ranch to rescue their young grandson from the clutches of a dangerous family living off the grid in the Dakotas.
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Is Let Him Go sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Is Let Him Go scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Is Let Him Go violent? Somewhat. More violent than 72% of films.
Is Let Him Go easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Does Let Him Go end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Let Him Go
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Let Him Go
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Let Him Go, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Let Him Go, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Let Him Go, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
