Jane Fonda in Five Acts

Jane Fonda in Five Acts

Directed by Susan Lacy

Produced by HBO, HBO Documentary Films

2018133 min7.1 / 10

An intimate biographical documentary that traces Jane Fonda's public and private transformations across activism, fame, and personal struggle, balancing critical examination with affection.

Girl next door, activist, so-called traitor, fitness tycoon, Oscar winner: Jane Fonda has lived a life of controversy, tragedy and transformation – and she’s done it all in the public eye. An intimate look at one woman’s singular journey.

Questions people ask

  • Does Jane Fonda in Five Acts end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is Jane Fonda in Five Acts violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.

  • Is Jane Fonda in Five Acts easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.

  • Is Jane Fonda in Five Acts sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.

  • Is Jane Fonda in Five Acts scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.

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49/ 100

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Familiar shape, done well.

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Love72

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