Review of Free State of Jones (2016) by George — 20 Jun 2016

Perhaps some of these critics should actually read a history book every now and then.

This review of Free State of Jones (2016) was written by George on 20 Jun 2016.

Free State of Jones has generally received positive reviews.

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Sheds light on the struggles in the south during that time. I enjoyed hearing and watching the story of Newt. Well worth ones time…

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It's a powerful, moving story, but that doesn't mean it moves quickly. [It's a] very serious and often grim film…

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Director Gary Ross treats the movie like a glorified history lesson complete with shockingly amateur and inept filmmaking decisions at every corner…

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By Timothy J (535) on 14 Jul 2017

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