In 2003’s crime drama, Mystic River, tragedy strikes a Boston family when their daughter is found murdered on the banks of the river. Sean Penn plays Jimmy Markham, the father of the girl and a local hood. Kevin bacon plays Det. Sean Devine, the cop investigating the murder and Markham’s childhood friend. Their adult relationship is strained considering their polarized career choices. That being said, while Devine works the murder from the legal side, Markham employs his connections within the underworld to generate leads.
The pair were once a trio, with Tim Robbin’s character, Dave Boyle, rounding it out. Dave’s story is one of tragedy, having been kidnapped and molested when the boys were young. Boyle still struggles with the aftermath of his ordeal, and it colors his day to day interactions. This raises eyebrows, including those of Jimmy Markham. What follows is an epics tale of revenge, and betrayal.
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