Tennessee Queer
- Director: Mark Jones; Ryan Parker
- Writer: Mark Jones
- Producer: Mark Jones
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This little-known film has a great big heart...and, a damn fine idea at its core!
It does - understandably so - suffer from a low budget (and, a much-needed script editor)...but, that's half of its charm.
Yes...there are a few dodgy performances. Yes...the writing would have benefited from a more subtle approach (less of the sledgehammer!)...but, these [fairly major] quibbles are half of its charm.
As said...it's a fine idea with some snappy dialogue.
Without a budget, Mark Jones is a nascent talent. With a budget, Mark Jones could be a fine talent...really, there is much to admire about this film.
If you can find it...give it a go!
Trailer...
Tennessee Queer Clip #1 from Mark Jones on Vimeo.
The(ir) Blurb...
Religion, politics and gay pride clash in a small Tennessee town when out, proud and living in New York Jason Potts returns home to make life better for the LGBT teenagers.
Cast & Characters
Christian Walker as Jason Potts;
Billie Worley as Dewayne Cotton;
Jim Eikner as Preacher Joe Barns;
Jerre Dye as Paul Justin;
Ann Marie Hall as Rebecca Potts;
Lindsey Roberts as Ruth Jennings;
Jamie Mann as Curtis Banks;
Drew Smith as Roy Jennings;
Drew Paslay as Frank Potts;
David Tankersley as Uncle Pete