Review of Free State of Jones (2016) by Kata B — 10 Nov 2016

Right now we need a good story about white and black folks helping one another.

This review of Free State of Jones (2016) was written by Kata B on 10 Nov 2016.

Free State of Jones has generally received positive reviews.

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