The film centers on a mother and her son as their bond evolves throughout ten years. Set against the backdrop of New York City during the nineties and two-thousands, it portrays the interplay of problems such as financial hardship, criminal activity, racial tensions, and neighborhood redevelopment. The performances are strong, and the characters are richly drawn. My only reservation is that the young actor occasional…

The idea that a mother will go to great lengths to safeguard her children is a common one, but what happens when those protective instincts become excessive? That's the central inquiry posed by A.V. Rockwell’s first film, which centers on a woman with a history of criminal activity (played by Teyana Taylor) who takes her young son (Aaron Kingsley Adetola) from foster care after being released from prison. Concerned a…

Teyana Taylor delivers a notably impactful portrayal in this film. She portrays "Inez," a woman set on retrieving her young son, "Terry," from a challenging existence on New York’s streets. The story that follows effectively demonstrates the hardships they encounter as they navigate lives lacking both opportunity and financial resources, yet remain committed to one another despite frequent disagreements. During this …