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The Family Jams (2011): Ratings & Box Office

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The Family Jams is a 2011 biographical documentary directed by Kevin Barker. It runs 1 hour 21 minutes and earned $13.9 million worldwide. Critics gave it 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.

IMDb rating
7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
40%
worldwide gross
$13.9M
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The Family Jams (2011) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 21m (81 min)
Director
Kevin Barker
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Family Jams About?

The premise of The Family Jams without spoilers.

This documentary follows Devendra Banhart, Joanna Newsom, and Vetiver during their early days on the music scene in 2004. The film captures their intimate performances in small clubs and art galleries, showcasing the burgeoning fanbase they attract. It explores the youthful energy and creative passion of these rising stars as they navigate the challenges of balancing a charming, small-town feel with the allure of larger venues and growing recognition.

The Family Jams Themes & Keywords

· 1 tag
  • singing
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Crew

The Director of The Family Jams

Directed by Kevin Barker.

From the director

More from Kevin Barker

One more film directed by Kevin Barker: Last Kind Words.

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Ratings

The Family Jams Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Family Jams 40% on Rotten Tomatoes, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.

Box office

The Family Jams Box Office

The Family Jams grossed $13.9 million worldwide.

2011 box office

Worldwide gross

$13.9M

International
$13.9M
Cars

Cars in The Family Jams

19 cars on screen, including the 2009 Jaguar XF X250 and the 1997 Nissan Maxima.

All 19 cars
  • 2009 Jaguar XF X250 in The Family Jams 2009 Jaguar XF X250 Important role
  • 1997 Nissan Maxima in The Family Jams 1997 Nissan Maxima Important role
  • 1986 Volvo 240 in The Family Jams 1986 Volvo 240 Important role
  • 1987 Chevrolet Caprice in The Family Jams 1987 Chevrolet Caprice Minor role

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FAQ

The Family Jams FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

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

How long is The Family Jams?

The Family Jams runs 1 hour 21 minutes (81 minutes).

When was The Family Jams released?

The Family Jams was released on April 8, 2011.

Who directed The Family Jams?

The Family Jams was directed by Kevin Barker.

More films by Kevin Barker

How much did The Family Jams make at the box office?

The Family Jams grossed $13.9 million worldwide.

How is The Family Jams rated?

The Family Jams has 7.1/10 on IMDb, 40% on Rotten Tomatoes and 50% on TMDB.

Does The Family Jams have a post-credit scene?

No. The Family Jams has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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