The Pull

About This Movie

The Pull is a gritty documentary that really dives deep into the struggle of addiction post-incarceration. There's an authentic rawness to it, capturing the heavy atmosphere of New Hampshire's underbelly. You feel the tension as the freed inmate navigates the treacherous waters of temptation and relapse. The pacing is deliberate, allowing you to sit with the discomfort of their reality. It's not flashy, but the simplicity of the storytelling hits hard. The performances, while not traditional acting, feel real—like peering into someone's life. What stands out is the haunting way it explores the theme of cycles in addiction, and how easily one can slip back into old habits. It’s a sobering watch, that sticks with you long after it ends.

Raw and authentic portrayal of addictionDeliberate pacing enhances the emotional weightCaptures the atmosphere of post-incarceration struggles