Hillbilly Elegy

Hillbilly Elegy is a powerful and moving film that follows the life of J.D. Vance, a young man who grew up in a troubled home in Ohio. The film takes us on a journey through J.D.'s childhood, filled with drug addiction, abuse, and neglect, and shows how he struggled to find his place in the world. Despite the odds against him, J.D. finds solace in his grandmother, Bonnie "Mamaw" Vance, who teaches him the importance of family and hard work. As J.D. grows older, he joins the Marines and later attends Yale Law School, where he faces new challenges and struggles to come to terms with his past. The film features stunning performances from its cast, including Amy Adams as J.D.'s mother, Bev, and Glenn Close as Mamaw. It is a poignant and thought-provoking exploration of the American Dream and the power of family to shape our lives.

You can stream Hillbilly Elegy on: Netflix

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Hillbilly Elegy was released for streaming on November 24, 2020.