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The Execution of Wanda Jean (2002): Ratings & Box Office

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The Execution of Wanda Jean is a 2002 documentary directed by Liz Garbus. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $1,386 worldwide. Critics gave it 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.

IMDb rating
7.3/10
worldwide gross
$1.4K
Metascore
73
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The Execution of Wanda Jean (2002) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 28m (88 min)
Director
Liz Garbus
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Execution of Wanda Jean About?

The premise of The Execution of Wanda Jean without spoilers.

This documentary explores the compelling true story of Wanda Jean Allen and her struggle for survival. Through her experiences, the film examines complex and controversial aspects of American society, including capital punishment, poverty, mental health challenges, racial disparities, and sexuality. It offers a revealing look at the systemic injustices often present within the criminal justice system.

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Crew

The Director of The Execution of Wanda Jean

Directed by Liz Garbus.

From the director

More from Liz Garbus

More films directed by Liz Garbus, best-rated first: Bobby Fischer Against the World, What Happened, Miss Simone?, All In: The Fight for Democracy and The Nazi Officer's Wife.

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Ratings

The Execution of Wanda Jean Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Execution of Wanda Jean 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.3/10.

Box office

The Execution of Wanda Jean Box Office

The Execution of Wanda Jean grossed $1,386 worldwide.

2002 box office

Worldwide gross

$1.4K

US & Canada
$1.4K

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FAQ

The Execution of Wanda Jean FAQ: Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of The Execution of Wanda Jean, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Execution of Wanda Jean?

The Execution of Wanda Jean runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).

When was The Execution of Wanda Jean released?

The Execution of Wanda Jean was released on September 6, 2002.

Who directed The Execution of Wanda Jean?

The Execution of Wanda Jean was directed by Liz Garbus.

More films by Liz Garbus

How much did The Execution of Wanda Jean make at the box office?

The Execution of Wanda Jean grossed $1,386 worldwide.

How is The Execution of Wanda Jean rated?

The Execution of Wanda Jean has 7.3/10 on IMDb, 73 on Metacritic and 60% on TMDB.

Does The Execution of Wanda Jean have a post-credit scene?

No. The Execution of Wanda Jean has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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