About Adopt a Highway

Adopt a Highway is a 2019 American drama film. It tells the touching story of Russell Millings (Ethan Hawke), an ex-convict who discovers a baby in a dumpster behind the fast-food restaurant where he works as a dishwasher. Uncertain of what he should do, Russell decides to take care of the baby, sparking the beginning of an unexpected journey. The film is a reflection on gnawing loneliness, the human desire for connection, and the redemption found in unexpected places. It was directed by Logan Marshall-Green.

Making / Production

The movie was produced by Jason Blum under his Blumhouse Productions banner. The direction, as well as scriptwriting, was taken care by Logan Marshall-Green in his directorial debut. The film was shot meticulously to capture emotion on a human scale, adding extra depth to the storyline.

Actors

• Ethan Hawke played the main character, Russell Millings. He immerses himself in the role and portrays the character’s internal struggles and emotions with a powerful subtlety which acts as the heart and soul of the movie.
• Elaine Hendrix portrays Diane, a woman Russell meets during his journey. Her performance added grace and charm to the storyline, supporting Russell's character evolution.
• Betty Gabriel plays Martha, a motel worker who Russell interacts with. Gabriel’s performance offers nuances that further enrich this emotional film with its breathtaking performance.
• Other supporting roles were wonderfully played by Chris Sullivan, Mo McRae, Anne-Marie Johnson, and Diane Gaeta.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film marked the directorial debut of actor Logan Marshall-Green.
• The film was produced under Jason Blum's Blumhouse Productions, which is best known for producing horror films.
• The film had its world premiere at the South by Southwest on March 10, 2019.

Quotes

• "I'm just scared I'll miss it all... being alive." - Russell Millings
• "Life’s going by, whether I catch up or not." - Diane

Music/Soundtrack

• The hauntingly beautiful soundtrack was composed by Jason Isbell.
• Isbell's music adds an additional layer of sentiment to the wholesome plot, enhancing the movie watching experience.