Let Him Go (2020) is a tense crime drama that follows retired sheriff George Blackledge (Kevin Costner) and his wife Margaret (Diane Lane) as they embark on a dangerous journey to rescue their grandson from the clutches of his abusive stepfather, who has taken the child after the death of his mother. The Blackledges’ pursuit leads them to a remote, violent family led by the formidable matriarch, Blanche Weboy (Lesley Manville), who will do anything to protect her family’s secrets and way of life.

As the Blackledges confront the Weboy family, the film explores themes of family loyalty, justice, and the lengths parents and grandparents will go to for the ones they love. With gripping performances and stunning cinematography, Let Him Go is a gripping, slow-burn thriller that builds suspense and tension to a heartbreaking and climactic conclusion. The movie delves into the complex dynamics of family and the dark side of rural American life.