Juanita

TV-MA

2019

1 hr. 30 min.

Drama

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Fed up with her life, a woman leaves her grown kids behind and hits the road in search of a fresh start.

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Critics Consensus

Juanita's refreshing journey of self-actualization may lead to a predictable destination, but a sterling star turn by Alfre Woodard gives this sojourn an invaluable spark.

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joanna m

I loved this movie and Alfre Woodard's performance. The plot and pace were not perfect, but neither is life. And that is one of the life lessons in this movie. But the beautiful conveyance of connection, healing, and love overcomes any minor missteps the film makes along the way. Let's face it; even a shirtless fantasy BlairUnderwood isn't perfect. It was a lovely journey watching Juanita find her way.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

Great movie. I watch this movie three times. I do plan on watching again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/04/23

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Loved the acting, scenery and genuine humanity of the film.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/26/21

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Geancarlo C

Entretenida y con la excelente actuación de Alfre Woodard.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

06/04/20

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Audience Member

Juanita can say one thing: It gets a huge boost from the talents of Alfre Woodard. She can act in anything. The movie is decent to a point, but it is uneven in its script and I found myself losing interest after a while.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

02/09/23

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Audience Member

Despite it's many flaws, I LOVE this movie! Alfre Woodard was pure, sweet, solid gold. I love how she gives her all, despite some of the trite plot devices. Really, I wish I had this movie was in my life when I was 16, I would have watched it obsessively, studying Juanitas spiritual awakening. And there's even a musical number!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/14/23

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Clark Johnson

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Kathleen Sachs

Chicago Reader

I''m thankful that I took a chance on it. With plenty to discover, I'm already eager to continue exploring worlds to which I wouldn't otherwise be privy.

Sep 26, 2020

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Tim Cogshell

FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los Angeles)

Very middle of the road movie... Alfred Woodard is very good in it.

Sep 20, 2019

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Nadine Matthews

Shadow and Act

Mothers in American cinema are either deified or demonized," something Juanita successfully avoids doing.

Mar 13, 2019

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Charles Koplinski

Reel Talk with Chuck and Pam

Woodard is wonderful and Adam Beach portrays Native American Indian Jess, a local chef, with great authenticity.

Rated: 3.0/4.0

Nov 14, 2020

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Alexandra MacAaron

Women's Voices for Change

The radiant Alfre Woodard stars as a woman who is fed up - with her unemployed grown children, dreary job at a nursing home, non-existent love life. She finally stands up for herself, forging unlikely new friendships in a new community.

Rated: 7.5/10

May 6, 2019

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Renee Schonfeld

Common Sense Media

Alfre Woodard saves formulaic tale; cursing, drinking.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 21, 2019

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Synopsis

Fed up with her life, a woman leaves her grown kids behind and hits the road in search of a fresh start.

Director: Clark Johnson
Executive Producer: Caroline Connor, Alfre Woodard
Screenwriter: Roderick M. Spencer
Production Co: Homegrown Pictures
Rating: TV-MA
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 15, 2019

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