Stillwater

The 2021 American crime drama directed by Tom McCarthy follows Bill Baker (Matt Damon), an unemployed oil-rig worker from Oklahoma, who travels to Marseille, France, to assist his daughter Allison (Abigail Breslin), serving a nine-year sentence for the murder of her roommate and lover, Lina. Allison maintains her innocence and asks her father to deliver a letter to her lawyer. Confronted with language barriers and cultural differences, Bill embarks on his own investigation to prove his daughter's innocence. Along the way, he befriends local actress Virginie (Camille Cottin) and her daughter Maya (Lilou Siauvaud), helping him navigate the unfamiliar environment. However, his involvement leads to unforeseen consequences, forcing him to reevaluate his methods and motives. The film delves into themes of paternal love, cultural clashes, and the pursuit of truth, drawing inspiration from the Amanda Knox case while developing its own narrative. Despite positive critical reception, the film grossed $19.8 million against a $20 million budget.