The Delta

Year: 1997

Runtime: 85 min

Language: English

Director: Ira Sachs

Drama

Amidst the intense heat of the Mississippi Delta, a young man struggles to balance his everyday life and a hidden existence. During the day, he maintains a respectable image as a high school student, but at night, he gives in to illicit temptations. His carefully constructed world is thrown into turmoil when he encounters John, an alluring stranger who understands his secret. Their connection leads them down a path of hidden desires, dangerous lies, and ultimately, heartbreaking repercussions.

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