Question 1

Where does the title 'Jesus' Son' come from?

Accepted Answer

The title comes from a line in the Velvet Underground song 'Heroin'.

Question 2

What is the source material for the film?

Accepted Answer

It is based on a novella of the same name by Denis Johnson, adapted from his short story collection.

Question 3

Which festivals recognized 'Jesus' Son'?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the São Paulo International Film Festival in 2000 and the Venice Film Festival in 1999.

Question 4

What is the central journey of the main character in 'Jesus' Son'?

Accepted Answer

A young man turns from drug addiction and petty crime to a life redeemed by a discovery of compassion.

Question 5

Who directed 'Jesus' Son'?

Accepted Answer

Alison Maclean directed the film.

Question 6

Where does the movie title 'Jesus' Son' come from?

Accepted Answer

The title comes from a line in the Velvet Underground song 'Heroin'.

Question 7

What literary work is 'Jesus' Son' based on?

Accepted Answer

It's based on a novella/short story collection of the same name by Denis Johnson.

Question 8

Which major film festivals featured 'Jesus' Son'?

Accepted Answer

It was featured at the Venice Film Festival in 1999 and the São Paulo International Film Festival in 2000.

Question 9

What is the central transformation in 'Jesus' Son'?

Accepted Answer

A young man turns from drug addiction and petty crime to a life redeemed by a discovery of compassion.

Question 10

Who plays the character FH in 'Jesus' Son'?

Accepted Answer

Billy Crudup plays the character FH.

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