Ex-con Russell Gaines is attempting to rebuild his life with the help of his father, Mitchell. However, the arrival of Maben sends his new life into chaos, leading the pair to go on the run - as their violent pasts catch up to them, the pair must learn to trust each other if they hope to live out the rest of their days.

Editor's Verdict

❌NO

"The movie 'Desperation Road' is primarily an Action/Thriller focused on crime, violence, and a father-son dynamic under duress. There is no indication that the setting, plot, themes, iconography, or resolution are tied to the Christmas holiday in any meaningful way."

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Cast & Crew

Willa Fitzgerald

Maben

Garrett Hedlund

Russell Gaines

Mel Gibson

Mitchell Gaines

Ryan Hurst

Larry

Ella Thomas

Sarah Magee

Woody McClain

Boyd

Kat Foster

Dana

Michael Aaron Milligan

Walt

Paulina Gálvez

Consuela

Katy Bodenhamer

Lacey

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