Documentary
United States of America
Jacinta is an intimate and powerful documentary that follows the lives of three generations of women in a family struggling with addiction and trauma. The film documents the struggles of Jacinta, a young woman who is trying to rebuild her life after being released from prison. Jacinta's mother, Rosemary, is also in prison and struggles with addiction. The film also follows Caylynn, Jacinta's daughter, as she navigates the challenges of growing up in a family torn apart by addiction and incarceration.
The film is a raw and emotional journey that delves deeply into the effects of addiction and trauma on families. Jacinta's story is both heartbreaking and inspiring as she battles to find stability and establish a new life for herself and her daughter. Through it all, the love and bond between the three generations of women shines through, despite the challenges they face.
Director Jessica Earnshaw brings a tender and compassionate approach to the material, allowing the women to tell their stories in their own words and in their own way. The result is a moving and powerful portrait of the human spirit and the strength of familial love.
