description Mud Overview
Mud is a 2012 drama exploring themes of isolation and survival within rural America. The film depicts Ellis and Neckbone’s entanglement with a fugitive, Mud, as they attempt to aid him on an isolated island along the Mississippi River. This character-driven story examines loyalty, crime, and the challenges faced by young men in a difficult environment. It is relevant for viewers interested in dramatic narratives about human relationships and survival situations.
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info Mud Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 2012 |
help Mud FAQ
Who stars as the fugitive Mud in the 2012 film?
Matthew McConaughey plays the title character, a charismatic fugitive hiding on an island in the Mississippi River. The film also features Tye Sheridan as Ellis and Jacob Lofland as Neckbone, the two teenage boys who discover and befriend Mud.
Is "Mud" part of the so-called "McConaissance" alongside "True Detective" and "Dallas Buyers Club"?
"Mud" (2012) falls squarely within the period often called the "McConaissance" — roughly 2011 to 2014 — when McConaughey took on a string of critically acclaimed dramatic roles. While it is not connected narratively to "True Detective" or "Dallas Buyers Club," all three projects reshaped his career trajectory from romantic comedies to serious drama.
Where was "Mud" filmed?
"Mud" was filmed on location in Arkansas along the Mississippi River, capturing the rural, water-bound setting central to the story. Director Jeff Nichols, who grew up in Arkansas, frequently sets his films in the American South.
Who directed "Mud," and what other films has he made?
Jeff Nichols wrote and directed "Mud," and he is known for character-driven Southern dramas including "Shotgun Stories" (2007), "Take Shelter" (2011), and "Loving" (2016). Nichols is also recognized for his recurring collaboration with actor Michael Shannon, who appears in most of his films.
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