Barn Burning

In William Faulkner's Barn Burning, we follow Ab Snopes (played by Tommy Lee Jones), a hardened Southern tenant farmer with a violent nature that ultimately leads to his own demise. When he feels unjustly treated by his employer, Ab sets fire to their barn in an act of retaliation. His son Sarty is appalled at his father's actions but lack of evidence allows Ab to escape justice. However, the Snopes family is given a clear warning and forced to relocate.In their new home, tensions rise again as Ab clashes with his wealthy employer. Struggling between seeking his father's approval and detesting his violent tendencies, Sarty finds himself at a crossroads. As class divisions and hostile family relationships unfold in Faulkner's complex world, we witness the journey of a young boy yearning to break free from hatred and poverty through a defining decision that will change their lives forever. Adapted by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Horton Foote, this captivating drama explores themes of family dynamics, moral dilemmas, and the consequences of one's actions in a deeply rooted Southern setting.