Quintessential Directors: Barry Jenkins
A brief look at two Barry Jenkins films that have established him as one of the greatest filmmakers of our time.
First Day (2011)
When asked to speak in front of his new class, on the first day of high school, Max Aldeen reflects on his past attempts at social achievement.
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When asked to speak in front of his new class, on the first day of high school, Max Aldeen reflects on his past attempts at social achievement.
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Genre:Drama, Family
Written By:Øivind Næss
In Theaters:10/22/2011
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Runtime:7 minutes
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