What Jennifer Did

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What Jennifer Did

2024

1h 27m

Crime

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When Jennifer Pan calls 911 to report that her parents have been shot, she becomes the primary focus of a captivating criminal case.

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John Anderson

Wall Street Journal

It can be defined in a number of profitable ways: a crime thriller, an anatomy of police interrogation techniques, a parenting story and an immigrant fable -- one in the classic tradition, rather than one that fits any narratives currently being promoted.

Apr 11, 2024

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Nick Schager

The Daily Beast

It’s consistently engaging, but also not much more revealing than a quick perusal of Jennifer’s Wikipedia page, and the fact that its real-life saga may not be over only amplifies the impression that it’s less than the full story.

Apr 8, 2024

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Alison Lanier

Pajiba

It makes small nods toward moments of possible insight -- but none of them land. The story is there for shock value, compiled and shoveled out to stream.

Apr 29, 2024

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Tara Bennett

IGN Movies

Without participation from Jen or anyone else directly involved other than the police who investigated this home invasion murder, it comes across as cold and impersonal where other similar stories create empathy and understanding.

Rated: 6/10

Apr 23, 2024

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Jennifer Green

Common Sense Media

Still, there are enough compelling elements in What Jennifer Did to keep most viewers enthralled, despite likely knowing generally what happened from the beginning.

Apr 18, 2024

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Eric Langberg

Everything's Interesting

What Jennifer Did seems to have used AI to generate photos of Jennifer. Especially in true-crime, that’s unforgivable ... What can we trust here, if we can’t trust Jennifer, the cops, or the person who made the movie?

Apr 18, 2024

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matthias s

"What Jennifer Did" is a true crime film that dives into the chilling case of Jennifer Pan, who calls 911 to report her parents have been shot, only to become the primary suspect. As a true crime enthusiast, I appreciated the film's commitment to authenticity, particularly its use of real interrogation footage, which added a gripping layer of realism. Watching Jennifer's demeanor shift under questioning was a fascinating glimpse into the psychological intricacies of the case. However, despite its compelling start, the film falls short in terms of unpredictability. The narrative unfolds in a predictable manner, lacking the shocking twists or noteworthy revelations that often define the genre. The storytelling felt linear and straightforward, which made it easy to foresee the film’s key developments. As a result, it didn't quite deliver the suspenseful experience I look for in true crime stories. Overall, "What Jennifer Did" is a solid watch for those interested in true crime, but it doesn’t break new ground. It offers an intriguing yet unsurprising look into a well-known case, making it worth watching for the real footage but not necessarily for the narrative depth or unexpected turns. I’d give it three stars.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

08/28/24

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Georgan G

I view this as a sad psychological drama. The pressure this girl grew up under is a form of abuse, in my opinion. She had few options, from her standpoint.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

08/10/24

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M R

using AI generated results to pass as facts? might as well have AI generated the interviews and the documentary script, and have it AI edited.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

07/28/24

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Hugh H

I wish there was more info not found online. Reading Wikipedia tells you the entire story.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

05/15/24

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Dave C

S’alright. Bit bland and monotonous, with it being pretty clear from the outset what we’re expecting the outcome to be. In many ways, it would have served the documentary better if the team waited until after the new trials had been completed

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

05/01/24

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Kenneth L

Interesting documentary made more compelling by all of the real police interrogation footage available.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

04/29/24

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Synopsis

When Jennifer Pan calls 911 to report that her parents have been shot, she becomes the primary focus of a captivating criminal case.

Director: Jenny Popplewell
Distributor: Netflix
Genre: Crime, Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 10, 2024
Runtime: 1h 27m

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