Drama
United States of America,United Kingdom,France,Japan
The Heart is Deceitful Above All Things is a film adaptation of J.T. LeRoy's 2001 novel of the same name. The movie is directed by Asia Argento and features a cast that includes Argento, Jimmy Bennett, Kip Pardue, and Peter Fonda.
The story follows Jeremiah, a young boy who is taken away from his foster parents by his troubled and drug-addicted mother, Sarah. They embark on a journey across the country where Sarah exposes Jeremiah to her dangerous lifestyle, which includes drugs, sex work, and an array of questionable characters.
Along the way, Jeremiah's maternal grandparents try to intervene and save him from his mother's destructive ways. However, Sarah continues to do everything in her power to keep Jeremiah by her side, and he becomes increasingly torn between his love for his mother and his desire for a stable and safe life.
As the story progresses, Sarah's addiction spirals out of control, leading to increasingly dangerous situations for both her and Jeremiah. Eventually, the consequences of Sarah's lifestyle catch up with her, and the film ends on a heartbreaking note as Jeremiah is left to pick up the pieces of his shattered life.
Overall, The Heart is Deceitful Above All Things is a powerful and intense exploration of the complex dynamics between a mother and son and the devastating effects of addiction.
