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The Joneses

2016 1h 20m Documentary List
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Inimitable 73-year-old Jheri Jones appears to be full of self-confidence, but her journey to embrace it has not been so easy. Through family pictures, everyday interactions and candid interviews, a portrait emerges of an unflappable transgender mom triumphing over adversity and transphobia. The Joneses come together to deal with unresolved issues, shattered dreams, seething resentments and redefined realities.
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Steven Prokopy Third Coast Review The Joneses is a sweet, intimate work with modest storytelling goals centering on one family but representing a much bigger one. Rated: 3/4 Jul 14, 2020 Full Review Roger Moore Movie Nation Candid if somewhat myopic portrait of what living a transgender life in rural Mississippi was like for a new olderly woman. Rated: 2.5/4 Nov 6, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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Perry H I thought the movie was very heart warming and heartbreaking on the transgender woman. She presents herself strong for all her children and grandchildren that don't even know that's she's really their grandpa. Two of boys are grown special needs individuals that show tremendous love and support for her. It worth watching. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/29/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Inimitable 73-year-old Jheri Jones appears to be full of self-confidence, but her journey to embrace it has not been so easy. Through family pictures, everyday interactions and candid interviews, a portrait emerges of an unflappable transgender mom triumphing over adversity and transphobia. The Joneses come together to deal with unresolved issues, shattered dreams, seething resentments and redefined realities.
Director
Moby Longinotto
Producer
Aviva Wishnow
Production Co
Vixen Films
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 30, 2018
Runtime
1h 20m
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