Mud

Mud primarily evokes strong Empathy as the audience connects deeply with Ellis's coming-of-age journey and Mud's desperate quest for love and freedom. A pervasive sense of Anxiety and Anticipation builds from the constant threat of bounty hunters and the uncertain outcomes of the boys' dangerous schemes. Sadness and Melancholy are prominent, reflecting the harsh realities of life, the dissolution of Ellis's parents' marriage, and the bittersweet loss of innocence. Despite the challenges, Hope persists for Mud's reunion and Ellis's understanding of genuine love, while Curiosity drives engagement with Mud's mysterious past and the unfolding plot.