Jonestown: Paradise Lost

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  • PG-13
  • 2007
  • 1 hr 40 min
  • 7.1  (1,233)

In 1978, over 900 people died in Jonestown, Guyana in a mass murder-suicide. The event is considered one of the most tragic events in modern American history. Jonestown: Paradise Lost is a 2007 documentary that delves into the life and death of the Jonestown community, led by Jim Jones. The documentary features interviews with survivors of the event, including Jonestown residents, family members of those who died, and former members of the Peoples Temple. It also features never-before-seen footage of Jim Jones and the Jonestown community, providing a comprehensive look into the inner workings of the group.

The documentary begins with a historical context, detailing the early beginnings of Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple in Indiana. It highlights the charismatic personality of Jones, which allowed him to amass a following that was loyal to him despite questionable actions and behavior. The documentary explores the various factors that attracted people to the Peoples Temple, including the inclusivity of the group, Jones' message of socialist ideals, and the sense of family that the community provided.

As the documentary progresses, it delves deeper into the darker aspects of the Peoples Temple, including Jones' increasing paranoia and control over the members of the group. Interviews with former members of the group detail the physical and psychological abuse that they faced, including forced drug use and isolation from family members. The documentary also examines the role of the media in exposing the atrocities committed by the Peoples Temple, including a report by NBC news that ultimately led to the tragedy in Jonestown.

The documentary culminates in the events of November 18, 1978, when over 900 people drank cyanide-laced Flavor Aid and died in what was deemed a mass murder-suicide. Interviews with survivors detail the chaos and confusion that ensued in the moments leading up to the tragedy. The documentary also examines the aftermath of the event, including the impact it had on the families of the victims and the legacy that Jim Jones and the Peoples Temple left behind.

Overall, Jonestown: Paradise Lost is a harrowing and comprehensive look into one of the most tragic events in modern American history. Through never-before-seen footage and interviews with survivors, the documentary provides a deep understanding of the inner workings of the Peoples Temple and the factors that led to the tragedy in Jonestown. It is a sobering reminder of the dangers of blind faith and the importance of questioning authority.

Jonestown: Paradise Lost is a 2007 history movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 40 minutes. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 7.1.

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  • Release Date
    2007
  • MPAA Rating
    PG-13
  • Runtime
    1 hr 40 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    7.1  (1,233)
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