U Turn (1997)

U Turn is one of my most favorite movies, largely because of Billy Bob Thornton's quirky role as a scuzzball car mechanic. (Talk about grea-sy!) Sean Penn is a frustrated loner who cannot escape a seedy backwater burg for anything. Witnessing his trials is a wicked pleasure, but Billy Bob puts a sadistic glee into his misery. No, Sean, don't get uppity or make him mad -- your sweet ride wouldn't like him when he's mad. Just watch your back (and your wallet) -- or best yet, start walking. Try to put as many miles between you and the hayseed hamlet where your car broke down. Trust no one -- after all, no one trusts you! And stop ogling that hot dish played by J-Lo -- or you'll be sorry! Run, fool! Or stay -- so we can feel your pain. Misery loves company, right? Pass the popcorn. 5 stars.