Review of Free State of Jones (2016) by Melissa F — 23 Oct 2016

I'm shocked at these low reviews. This movie was ALL heart and I LOVED it!

This review of Free State of Jones (2016) was written by Melissa F on 23 Oct 2016.

Free State of Jones has generally received positive reviews.

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By Bobby N (191) on 05 Jan 2018

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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