Overview

• Matthew McConaughey makes his first film appearance in six years, playing a mandolin-playing beekeeper in rural Oklahoma.
• Directed by Andrew Patterson, the film combines elements of a musical, Western, and revenge drama with a focus on bluegrass music and beekeeping culture.
• Angelina LookingGlass, in her debut role, delivers a standout performance as Kateri, a former foster child reconnecting with McConaughey's character.
• The film's first half is praised for its grounded storytelling and heartfelt exploration of community, while its second half shifts to a darker, more violent tone.
• Critics highlight the film's ambitious visual style and inventive storytelling, though some note uneven pacing and implausible character developments.