Arkansas

Arkansas

Year: 2020

Runtime: 117 min

Language: English

Echo Score: 55
DramaThrillerCrime

Kyle and Swin lead a deceptive life in the Arkansas backwoods, working as park rangers while secretly transporting drugs for the mysterious Frog. Their precarious balance is disrupted when Swin falls for a local woman, drawing Kyle into questioning their morally questionable actions. As tensions rise and Frog's agents turn on them, the three find themselves caught in a dangerous game, struggling to survive against a ruthless criminal organization determined to eliminate them.

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1

Kyle's Promotion

Kyle Ribb, a drug dealer, is unexpectedly promoted to work with a dangerous figure known as Frog in Arkansas. This change marks the beginning of a tumultuous journey filled with challenges and criminal activities.

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2

Team-Up with Swin

Kyle teams up with Swin Horn, a confident and talkative partner. Together, they prepare for their new operational tasks, which include transporting drugs while maintaining low visibility.

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3

Mechanical Failure

While on their way to Corpus Christi, their truck experiences a mechanical failure when the flatbed tarp collapses. This interruption forces them to stop and reassess their situation and plans.

On the road
4

Encounter with Ranger Bright

They encounter Ranger Bright, who initially offers assistance but later reveals his connections to Frog. Bright informs Kyle and Swin that they will be hired as park employees while secretly continuing their drug deliveries.

Corpus Christi
5

Living in the Park

Kyle and Swin settle into designated trailers in the park, where they start their dual life as park workers and drug traffickers. Their relationship with Bright establishes a precarious balancing act between law enforcement and criminal activities.

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6

Romance with Johnna

Swin meets Johnna and enters a romantic relationship despite Bright's warnings against dating locals. This relationship complicates their already risky lifestyle and adds emotional stakes to their operations.

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7

Delivery in Castor

Kyle and Swin are tasked with a delivery in Castor, Louisiana. Tensions rise when they face Nick, the buyer's grandson, resulting in a violent confrontation that leads to multiple casualties.

Castor, Louisiana
8

Murder and Concealment

After the deadly confrontation, Kyle makes the drastic decision to murder the buyer and hide Bright's body. This act of desperation draws them deeper into the criminal underworld.

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9

Flashback to Frog's Rise

A flashback to 1985 shows Frog starting in the drug trade after dealing with a middleman. This background provides insight into his ascent and eventual takeover of criminal operations.

1985 Pawnshop
10

Finding Cash

Kyle and Swin discover a hidden cache of cash near Bright's home but decide against taking it, showcasing their moral struggles amidst the chaos. Their decision hints at the internal conflict brewing within Kyle.

Bright's Home
11

Confession of Pregnancy

Johnna reveals her pregnancy to Kyle, adding another layer of urgency to their precarious lives. This revelation prompts Kyle to consider his future and the risks associated with their lifestyle.

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12

Confrontation with Barry

Kyle kills Barry, a friend of Bright who becomes suspicious during their dealings. This act of violence pushes Kyle further into a corner, complicating their already dangerous situation.

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13

Showdown with Frog's Twins

Frog's twins confront Kyle and Swin following a botched delivery in Hot Springs. The situation escalates into a physical confrontation, forcing Kyle to fight for survival.

Hot Springs
14

Frog's Retaliation

Frog attempts to regain control of his drug operations despite the upheaval in his organization. This return to power presents a new threat to Kyle and Swin's already precarious safety.

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15

Kyle Takes Control

In a climactic confrontation, Kyle, now wounded but resolved, confronts Frog. He ultimately claims control over the drug operations, solidifying his commitment to a life of crime despite the consequences.

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