"Rusty-James" is a 1985 film directed by Francis Ford Coppola, based on the short story "Rusty James" by S.E. Hinton. The movie follows a young man named Rusty-James, played by Matt Dillon, who struggles with his identity and the pressures of gang life in a gritty urban environment. The story explores themes of brotherhood, violence, and the search for meaning. Rusty-James' relationship with his older brother, Bodhi, portrayed by Vincent Spano, is central to the narrative, highlighting the challenges of growing up in a troubled setting.