Janey Makes a Play

Janey Makes a Play

By Jared Callahan

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2016-06-27
  • Advisory Rating: NR
  • Runtime: 1h 20min
  • Director: Jared Callahan
  • iTunes Price: USD 3.99
  • iTunes Rent Price: USD 2.99

Description

Follow dynamic 90-year-old Janey as she writes and directs her latest original community theatre production. Janey fears her 18th play may be her last as she faces the erosion of her small town's local economy. Amidst the recent recession, the cast of colorful townspeople unite to cope with their struggles by telling their story on stage. Experience Janey's creative process, while catching a glimpse into the current state of small-town America.

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Reviews

  • Awesome!

    5
    By Thedummy101
    This documentary was very well done and enjoyable. It left me with a smile on my face!
  • Real life stories that matter

    5
    By TFroh
    I’ll admit that I’m partial because I grew up in the area, but really wish there were more films (and television) like Janey Makes a Play - with good old-fashioned real life stories for the world to see. Maybe we’d have less violence and more community if this type of entertainment was the norm?! Either way, it was very enjoyable, has some great laughs, interesting characters, plus some very hard working, determined, and creative people (including Janey)! You can’t help but love cute little Janey and want to adopt her as your Mom/Gram! Highly recommend sharing with extended families and kids of all ages (1-90!).
  • Beautiful

    5
    By jeremy_schultheiss
    You will laugh. You will cry. You will be welcomed into a beautifully told story about Janey, small town America, Economics, and the power of community. Director Jared Callahan hit a home run.
  • A feel good.

    5
    By M_J_C_
    A feel good movie! Small town pro's and con's with a local perspective. A very relatable movie with good music and cinematography.
  • Uplifting and great for all ages!

    5
    By g.richardson
    Uplifting and honest, Janey Makes a Play will remind you of why the arts and community are such a vital part of society. These are real people bringing hope to their neighbors and it's truly inspiring - great for all ages!
  • Witty, creative, and heart warming

    5
    By Csnoland
    Beautifully told. Reminds you of all the things you love about small towns and tugs all the heart strings. Don't miss this one.
  • Hip-Hip Community Theatre!!

    5
    By Alcomvick
    I can’t believe this is on iTunes!! I LOVE this film. It’s a love letter to theatre and to the bay area! I’ve seen it twice so far and it’s only gotten better and better. There’s even little hidden gems stashed away in some scenes that I didn’t notice the first time. And Janey never gets old! Haha! Not a single person would call this film anything but ‘delightful’, which is how I would describe it. Just the right balance of heart and heartbreak. It played at the Arena theatre in Hollywood a little while ago, and I invited some friends who couldn’t make the showing. I was pretty bummed out, cause it was one of the best movies I’d seen in a while! Now they can watch it anyway! Watch this film!! You’re going to adore it, I guarantee you.-Five Stars
  • Makes me homesick

    5
    By Jeff Purganan
    I grew up in just a short drive from Rio Vista. What a great story and should be familiar to anyone to anyone that has found their voice through the arts or community involvement.
  • Good

    5
    By FaiDFlourite
    Saw this at a film festival, very enjoyable and a feel good movie
  • amazing

    5
    By e.trine
    awesome doc - super interesting city and group of people. subjects are full of life, great characters. unique story with a heartbreakingly beautiful ending.

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