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.
Jackrabbit
When a coal miner in 1930s Utah hides the loss of his job from his family, the quiet deception sets off a slow-burning collapse.
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When a coal miner in 1930s Utah hides the loss of his job from his family, the quiet deception sets off a slow-burning collapse.
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Genre:Drama, Thriller, Western
Written By:Jared Hogan
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Studio:Okemah, Pan Up Productions, Freenjoy, Mad Sparks Productions, Take Care Productions, Ode Studios
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