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Plot

Actor Ray McKinnon (O Brother, Where Art Thou?) makes his debut behind the camera with Chrystal, a psychological drama written, directed, and produced by the long-time character player. The film stars Billy Bob Thornton as Joe, a man who returns home after a 16-year prison stint. Before his conviction, Joe was involved in a car wreck while being pursued by the authorities. Though he survived, Joe's wife Chrystal (Lisa Blount) suffered permanent injuries and the couple's young son was killed. While Joe seeks redemption, he must also contend with Snake (McKinnon), a drug dealer who is less than kind to the ex-con. Chrystal premiered at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival.
MPAA Rating:
R for sexuality, drug content, nudity, violence and language.
Genre(s):
Drama
Run Time:
120min.
Theatrical Release Date:
04/08/2005
DVD Release Date:
08/30/2005
Distributor(s):
First Look
Director(s):
Ray McKinnon
Starring:
Billy Bob Thornton , Lisa Blount , Ray McKinnon , Harry J. Lennix , Walton Goggins
Themes:
Haunted By the Past,Redemption,Starting Over,Southern Gothic,Death of a Child
Tone:
Cathartic,Melancholy,Reflective
Keywords:
car-crash,death,ex-convict,handicap,homecoming,redemption
Country of Origin:
USA - Limited (04-08-2005)
Language:
English