The Truth About Jane

The Truth About Jane

2000 · 91 min · EN · 6.3 (59 votes)
Dir. Lee Rose · Starring Ellen Muth, Stockard Channing, James Naughton, Noah Fleiss, RuPaul, Kelly Rowan · Music Terence Blanchard
DramaRomanceTV Movie

High schooler Jane struggles with the self-discovery that she is a lesbian after developing an intense friendship with another girl. However, this is only the start of Jane's troubles when her unaccepting mother Janice also contends with the surprising revelation brought forth by her only daughter.

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This film feels like a warm, honest conversation about self-discovery and the complexities of family. It's a gentle, character-focused drama that explores the tender, sometimes difficult, journey of coming to terms with who you are.

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