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Jesus' Son (2000)
Director: Alison Maclean
Cast: Billy Crudup, Samantha Morton, Jack Black, Denis Leary
6.9
78%Runtime107 min
Rating18
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A young man turns from drug addiction and petty crime to a life redeemed by a discovery of compassion.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Jesus' Son (2000) was well-received by critics, earning a 78% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film, directed by Alison Maclean, is a comedy-drama that tells the story of a young man's redemption from drug addiction and petty crime. With an IMDb rating of 6.9/10, the movie seems to have garnered a solid audience reception as well.
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Directed by Alison Maclean, Jesus' Son (2000) is a poignant and comedic drama that showcases the talents of its lead actor, Billy Crudup, as he navigates a redemptive journey from drug addiction to self-discovery. With a strong supporting cast including Jack Black and Denis Leary, this film offers a unique blend of humor and heartbreak that will resonate with fans of character-driven stories.
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Jesus' Son is a 1999 American drama film directed by Alison Maclean and written by Elizabeth Cuthrell, David Urrutia, and Oren Moverman, based on the collection of short stories by Denis Johnson. It stars Billy Crudup and Samantha Morton, with Holly Hunter, Dennis Hopper, Denis Leary, Will Patton, John Ventimiglia, Michael Shannon, and Jack Black in supporting roles. The title is taken from the lyrics of "Heroin", a 1966 song by the Velvet Underground.
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