Action,Crime,Drama
United States of America
The movie "What Doesn't Kill You" is a gripping crime drama that follows the story of Brian (Mark Ruffalo) and Paulie (Ethan Hawke), two childhood friends from South Boston who turn to a life of crime as a means of making a living. The two friends grew up in a tough neighborhood where they were exposed to violence and hardship from an early age. As young adults, they become involved in petty crime and eventually graduate to more serious offenses, including armed robbery and drug dealing.
As the two friends become more deeply enmeshed in the criminal world, the strain on their relationships with the people around them becomes increasingly evident. Brian's wife Stacy (Amanda Peet) grows increasingly distant and disapproving of his lifestyle, while Paulie's relationship with his wife, who is also Brian's sister, becomes increasingly volatile.
With law enforcement closing in on them, Brian and Paulie must confront the consequences of their actions and decide whether they are willing to pay the price for their chosen way of life. Along the way, they both struggle to keep their friendship intact as they face the challenges of life on the wrong side of the law.
"What Doesn't Kill You" is a gritty and authentic portrayal of the criminal underworld, with outstanding performances from the cast. The film is directed by Brian Goodman and is based on his own experiences growing up in South Boston. It is a powerful exploration of the consequences of choices, and the bonds of loyalty and friendship that can be tested by the temptations of a life of crime.
