At Close Range (1986)

Brad Whitewood Jr. lives in rural Pennsylvania and has few prospects. Against his mother's wishes, he seeks out his estranged father, the head of a gang of thieves in a nearby town. Though his new girlfriend supports his criminal ambitions, Brad Jr. soon learns that his father is a dangerous man.

Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

What to watch after At Close Range

• Colors (1988) — Same subject: harsh
• State of Grace (1990) — Same feel: dark, dramatic
• Affliction (1997) — Same subject: small town
• The Falcon and the Snowman (1985) — Sean Penn appears in both
• Red Rock West (1993) — Same subject: money, murder
• The Crossing Guard (1995) — Sean Penn worked on both