
The Ballad of Little Jo
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Set in the rugged American West, this film tells the story of a young woman, Josephine Monaghan, who defies societal norms by disguising herself as a man to survive in a harsh, male-dominated world. The narrative explores themes of identity, resilience, and the pursuit of freedom, with Suzy Amis delivering a compelling performance in the lead role. Directed by Maggie Greenwald, the film is noted for its authentic portrayal of frontier life and its nuanced exploration of gender roles. While it did not receive major awards, it remains a poignant and thought-provoking piece of cinema. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.
Duration:2h 1min
Views:535
Release:1993
Release Date:1993-08-20
Director:Maggie Greenwald
Actors:Anthony Heald, Bo Hopkins, Carrie Snodgress, David Chung, Heather Graham, Ian McKellen, Melissa Leo, Rene Auberjonois, Sam Robards, Suzy Amis
Country:United States of America
Company:Joco, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
Awards:2 nominations total
Budget:$4,000,000
Worldwide Gross:$543,091
TMDB:5.9
Rotten Tomatoes:77%
FilmAffinity:6.0
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