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Free State of Jones

Free State of Jones (2016)

For justice. For pride. For freedom.

Radar 42Stable signalGB:152h 20mAction · Drama · History

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A quieter title still finding its audience, with a decent sample behind its rating.

Synopsis

In 1863, Mississippi farmer Newt Knight serves as a medic for the Confederate Army. Opposed to slavery, Knight would rather help the wounded than fight the Union. After his nephew dies in battle, Newt returns home to Jones County to safeguard his family but is soon branded an outlaw deserter. Forced to flee, he finds refuge with a group of runaway slaves hiding out in the swamps. Forging an alliance with the slaves and other farmers, Knight leads a rebellion that would forever change history.

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✗ Not for kidsOlder teens and adults · GB 15
Heavy real-world themes
Based on a true story

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Radar score42/100
Quality signal65/100
Audience rating6.8
Votes counted1,675
Trust signalStable signal

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