The Ballad of Jack and Rose movie plot
2022-01-18 08:02
The story tells that Jack and his sixteen-year-old daughter Rose live on an uninhabited island, because Jack hopes to get away from the hustle and bustle and completely cut off the influence of the world on his daughter. Jack is an environmentalist, and even a person who refuses to use modern technology. He doesn't even have a TV at home, because he thinks TV is a luxury thing, and he also hates those who are not as environmentally friendly and willing to be plain. People. Later, Jack became seriously ill. He thought that his daughter Rose was sixteen years old and the problems he faced increased with age. If he died of illness, Rose would have to learn to be independent and face new things in the outside world. So, in order to make it easier for Rose to adapt to this world, he specially invited his girlfriend Kavlin and his two sons to move to Jack’s house. Then, Kavlin took the role of Jack’s father and took care of Rose’s daily life. However, Rose thought that Jack had betrayed her by doing this, so she became out of control and deliberately caused all kinds of troubles for Jack. Seeing that things have reached an uncontrollable level, Jack is forced to take action, hoping that Rose can understand his intentions. Jack found his ex-girlfriend Catherine (played by Catherine Keener), she took her two sons to the island and started a "live together" with Rose. However, Rose regarded Catherine's visit as a kind of betrayal and challenge, and she couldn't help herself out of her anger. Seeing his daughter's emotions were on the verge of collapse, Jack knew that as a father, it was time for him to act.
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The Ballad of Jack and Rose quotes
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Gray: I wouldn't be able to do that.
Jack Slavin: If you don't like your situation, then change it. If you can't change it, then leave it. It's your fucking life, man.
Gray: I appreciate it.
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Jack Slavin: What are you thinking about?