The movie focuses on Slim's journey as she learns to defend herself and fight back against Mitch and his accomplices. She enlists the help of her friend Ginny, played by Juliette Lewis, who teaches her self-defense moves and helps her plan her escape. Slim also meets a kind and supportive man named Joe, played by Billy Campbell, who encourages her to stand up for herself and offers her a safe haven.
As Slim tries to start a new life with her daughter, Mitch continues to track them down, resorting to violence and intimidation to get what he wants. The tension builds as the two sides clash in a final, explosive confrontation that will determine Slim's future and the safety of her loved ones.
Jennifer Lopez plays the lead role of Slim, delivering a powerful and emotional performance as a woman fighting for her life and her daughter's. The movie highlights the issue of domestic abuse and the strength and resilience of women who refuse to be victims. It was directed by Michael Apted and released in 2002.