Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple

Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple

2006 · 86 min · EN · NR · 7.0 (80 votes)
Dir. Stanley Nelson · Starring Claire Janaro, Deborah Layton, Garrett Lambrev, Hue Fortson Jr., Janet Shular, Jim Jones
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Featuring never-before-seen footage, this documentary delivers a startling new look at the Peoples Temple, headed by preacher Jim Jones who, in 1978, led more than 900 members to Guyana, where he orchestrated a mass suicide via tainted punch.

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A deeply disturbing look into the seductive power of charisma and the terrifying consequences of blind faith. This documentary is a somber, chilling examination of how a charismatic leader can lead followers to their ultimate doom.

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