"Galveston" is a 2018 crime drama film based on the novel of the same name by Nic Pizzolatto. The movie stars Ben Foster as Roy, a hitman suffering from terminal lung cancer who is betrayed by his boss and forced to go on the run. While escaping, he encounters a young prostitute named Rocky (played by Elle Fanning) who has been targeted by the same people who are after Roy. Despite their initial animosity towards each other, Roy takes Rocky under his wing and the two embark on a dangerous journey towards Galveston, Texas. Along the way, they must evade their pursuers and confront their own traumatic pasts as they build a bond that becomes increasingly complex. "Galveston" explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the human condition as Roy and Rocky grapple with the consequences of their actions and ultimately seek a way to survive and move forward. The film was directed by Mélanie Laurent and received generally positive reviews for its gritty realism and compelling performances.