Joe Bell (Mark Wahlberg) and Lola Lathrop (Connie Britton) live in a small conservative Oregon town with their two sons, Jadin (Reid Miller) and Joseph. Jadin is gay and constantly bullied at school. Joe struggles to support his son which often results in his anger. Some time later, Joe is walking across America to New York City to raise awareness on bullying.
There is a specific secret being trafficked during the first act. It's not necessary and I saw through it right away anyways. The good news is that the charade isn't maintain for that much longer. Father and son could still do the walk without the secret. It's a very basic story told sincerely. There are some harrowing moments. Some of this is powerful but it does have a melodramatic streak. It's a worthy film.
There is a specific secret being trafficked during the first act. It's not necessary and I saw through it right away anyways. The good news is that the charade isn't maintain for that much longer. Father and son could still do the walk without the secret. It's a very basic story told sincerely. There are some harrowing moments. Some of this is powerful but it does have a melodramatic streak. It's a worthy film.