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"Wise Blood" is a 1979 drama film directed by John Huston and based on the novel of the same name by Flannery O'Connor. The movie follows the story of Hazel Motes, a young man who returns from the army to his hometown in Tennessee, where he becomes a preacher and starts a new religion that rejects traditional notions of sin and redemption.

The movie explores themes such as faith, identity, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. The movie is known for its bleak and surreal atmosphere, as well as its powerful performances, particularly by Brad Dourif in the lead role of Hazel Motes. The movie also features a haunting score by Alex North that complements the film's dark themes.

"Wise Blood" has been praised for its bold and uncompromising vision, its unique blend of humor and tragedy, and its exploration of the contradictions of the human condition. The movie has been compared to other works of Southern Gothic literature and film, such as "To Kill a Mockingbird" and "The Night of the Hunter." Despite mixed reviews upon its initial release, "Wise Blood" has since become a cult classic and is regarded as one of John Huston's most personal and challenging films.

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