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Jenny
Jane, a young freshman at university has a name like a woman so he ends up in a girl dormitory. He decides to change his name to Jenny and becomes a cross dresser so that no one knows he is a man but it does not go exactly as he planned.
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Plot Summary
A teenage girl, Jenny, grapples with her conservative upbringing and her burgeoning sexuality while living in a small town. She faces pressure from her strict parents and discovers the complexities of relationships and self-discovery. The film explores her journey through adolescence, dealing with societal expectations and her own desires.
Critical Reception
Jenny received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising Christina Ricci's performance and the film's sensitive portrayal of teenage angst. However, others found the narrative to be predictable and underdeveloped. Audience reception was similarly varied, with some connecting with its themes of coming-of-age and others finding it lacking in originality.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Christina Ricci's compelling performance as a troubled teenager.
Criticized for a somewhat predictable storyline and underdeveloped supporting characters.
The film touches on sensitive themes of adolescence and sexuality with some success.
Google audience: Audience reviews are not widely available for this film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.
Fun Fact
Christina Ricci was only 15 years old when she filmed Jenny, portraying a character grappling with mature themes.
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