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Jake's Corner

2008·Movie
1h 37min·PG
51
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Big heart, calm.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension3
  • Fast Pace2
  • Adrenaline1

Heart

Heartwarming and hopeful

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Hopefulness8

Humor

Some situational comedy and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Absurdist Humor3

World

Family and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Dialogue Quality7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6
  • Editing5

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A nephew's tragedy becomes an uncle's hope.

The fictional story of an ex-football star, Johnny Dunn, who moves far from the spotlight after a family tragedy to a small, desert town he owns called Jake's Corner. This dramatic comedy is a cross between Kramer vs. Kramer (1979) and "Northern Exposure" (1990). Set in the real town of Jake's Corner, Arizona, it is a rest stop for travelers making their way through the Arizona desert, but for the people who live there, it's a rest stop for life. Johnny and the eclectic ensemble that live and work in the town occupy trailers behind the Corner Store and Jake's Corner Bar. Through the years, this cast of misfits has become closer than most families - they are kin. The dynamic of the town is changed forever when Johnny's young nephew comes to live with him.
Heartwarming Indie DramaSmall-Town EccentricsFound Family ThemeDesert AmericanaGentle Comedy-DramaRedemptive NarrativeQuiet Character StudyNostalgic AtmosphereUnpretentious Storytelling

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Where can I stream Jake's Corner legally?

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Is Jake's Corner worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 51/100 (IMDb 5.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Jake's Corner rated?

PG

It's rated PG in the United States.

How long is Jake's Corner?

1 h 37 min

Jake's Corner runs 1 h 37 min.

What language is Jake's Corner in?

EnglishGerman

It was made in English, with some German. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Jake's Corner?

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