Review of Burden (2018) by Tvjerry — 11 Feb 2021

Garrett Hedlund plays a Klan member in South Carolina, who’s outlook is changed after he becomes involved with a single mother and her son. Forest Whitaker is the preacher who leads the protest against the KKK museum opening in their small town. He also offers a healing hand to the errant young man. There are inevitable community clashes and violence, literally black and white conflicts. There's not much original in concept, but the direction and performances are well executed all around. What makes the film worth watching is the compelling story of redemption farmed with Hedlund’s physically remarkable, emotionally nuacnced performance.

NOTE: Since this is based on a true story, there are brief interviews with the actual characters during the credits.