Synopsis
The rough-hewn boss of a lumber crew courts trouble when he steps in to protect the youngest member of his team from an abusive father.
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Cast
- Nicolas CageJoe Ransom
- Tye SheridanGary
- Ronnie Gene BlevinsWillie
- Sue RockMerle
- Heather KafkaLacy
- Gary PoulterWade
- Adriene MishlerConnie
- Brenda Isaacs BoothMother Jones
- Aaron Spivey-SorrellsSammy
- Dana FreitagSue
Recommendations
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The Playlist
It’s not exactly doing anything new, but it’s a muscular and textured piece of work that shifts assuredly through tones and genre, features a rich and rewarding performance from Cage, and another excellent turn from his young co-star Tye Sheridan. - 83
IndieWire
If Joe marks a new beginning for some of its characters, the same description applies to its director and star. - 80
The Guardian
Joe also stands as a reminder of what a terrific actor Cage can be when he is able to harness and channel his wilder impulses. - 80
Film.com
Cage, not one known for subtlety of late, is truly great in this sad, funny and tender role. - 80
The Dissolve
Joe’s brilliance doesn’t lie in its destination, but in the gripping, intense, surprisingly joyous and funny journey it takes to get there. - 80
Village Voice
Joe is Cage's periodic reminder that he's one of his generation's great talents. - 75
Slant Magazine
Director David Gordon Green finds a balance between symbolism and realism in his storytelling that allows the film to be many things at once. - 70
The Hollywood Reporter
Where it really works is in Cage's bone-deep characterization of a man at war with himself.
