Trapped in a World of Madness.

"Sonny Boy" is a 1989 film based on the true story of a young boy named Sonny Boy, who becomes embroiled in a twisted and dangerous relationship with an older couple, Pearl and Slats. The couple takes Sonny Boy under their wing, using him as a means to commit various crimes and gain a sense of power and control. Over time, Sonny Boy becomes a surrogate son to Pearl and Slats, even as their actions become increasingly violent and destructive.

As Sonny Boy grows older, he becomes more and more disillusioned with the couple and begins to question his loyalty to them. As tension and conflict within the group reaches a breaking point, Sonny Boy is forced to make a decision between his own survival and breaking free from the toxic embrace of Pearl and Slats.

The plot of "Sonny Boy" revolves around themes of manipulation, abuse, and the struggle for personal agency. The film offers a haunting and complex portrayal of the dynamics of power and control, as well as the desperate search for meaning and identity in a world marked by violence and dysfunction.