Wild at Heart

At a lavish dinner in Cape Fear, North Carolina, Sailor Ripley finds himself embroiled in a heated confrontation. Bob Ray Lemon accuses him of making unwanted advances towards Marietta Fortune, leading to a physical altercation that surprises the attendees.

Following the violent altercation, Sailor is charged and convicted of manslaughter. He ends up spending 22 months in the Pee Dee Correctional Facility, reflecting on his choices and the tumultuous world he lives in.

After Sailor's release from prison, Lula decides to defy her mother's orders and reunite with him. This decision marks a pivotal moment in their passionate relationship, as she chooses love over familial obligation.

Lula gifts Sailor a cherished snakeskin jacket, representing his belief in personal freedom and individuality. This gesture deepens their bond and symbolizes their love and shared hopes for the future.

Marietta, enraged by Sailor and Lula's reunion, hires private investigator Johnnie Farragut to locate her daughter and bring her back home. This act sets into motion a series of events filled with tension and deceit.

Marietta's desperation grows, and she enlists Marcelles Santos to eliminate Sailor, aiming to also target Farragut, who knows too much. This decision underscores her willingness to resort to extreme measures to achieve her goals.

Sensing danger from Marietta's schemes, Sailor decides to leave North Carolina with Lula and head to California. This journey symbolizes their desire for freedom, away from the chaos of their past lives.

The couple enjoys their time in New Orleans, filled with passion and carefree adventures. However, their bliss is short-lived as Marietta's pursuit continues, complicating their newfound joy.

On the road, Sailor opens up to Lula about his troubled past, revealing his connection to the fire that killed her father. This confession adds a layer of complexity to their relationship, hinting at the darkness surrounding them.

In Big Tuna, Texas, while facing financial troubles, Sailor and Lula meet a variety of eccentric characters, including Bobby Peru. The interactions reveal the couple's vulnerabilities and the looming threats from Sailor's past.

Sailor's plan with Bobby Peru takes a disastrous turn as betrayal ensues. The chaos leaves Sailor back in prison, while Marietta takes advantage of the situation to drag Lula back home.

Five years pass, and Sailor is released again, seeking to reunite with Lula in Los Angeles. The time apart has complicated their relationship, and Marietta's constant interference poses significant challenges.

In a bold act, Lula brings their son, Pace, to meet Sailor at the train station. Despite the awkward tension, this moment symbolizes hope and the possibility of a new beginning for their family.

After a harrowing encounter with a gang, Sailor falls unconscious and experiences a vision of Glinda the Good Witch, who inspires him not to shy away from love. This moment crystallizes his feelings for Lula, giving him the courage to pursue her once more.

Sailor races back to Lula despite the tumultuous traffic, leading to a joyful reunion. As a culmination of their journey, Sailor serenades her with 'Love Me Tender,' leaving them with a promise of love and happiness.