Child of God

Set in the 1950s, this film follows Lester Ballard, a dispossessed and violent man who descends into a life of crime and isolation in rural Tennessee. Directed by James Franco, the movie is an adaptation of Cormac McCarthy’s novel, exploring themes of loneliness and depravity. Scott Haze delivers a haunting performance as Lester, capturing the character’s complex and disturbing nature. While the film did not receive major awards, it offers a gritty portrayal of a man’s struggle against societal rejection. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.