Jess & James
Jess y James
Synopsis
Jess is a bohemian youth with secrets to hide from his shrewd parents. James feels trapped living with his irritable mother. After meeting for a sexual encounter, the two young men set off on a spontaneous road trip across rural Argentina to reunite with Jess' estranged brother. On their journey, they confront strange occurrences and engage in a ménage à trois affair that brings them closer. Their newly found affection grows, all while discovering a fresh vision of freedom and happiness. JESS & JAMES is a sexually charged road-trip movie, a love story, and a coming-of-age tale, set against the mythical landscape of the Argentinian Pampas.
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Jess & James Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2016-03-18
Top Cast
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Martín Karich
Gerónimo / Jess
Nicolás Romeo
James
Federico Fontán
Tomás
Alejandro Paker
Horace
Nahuel Mutti
Pedro
Denise Yáñez
Mimí
Umbra Colombo
James' Mother
Mónica Trejo
Mónica
Uky Suescun
Sra. Estancia
Juan Manuel Orlando
Brenda
Aquiles Yasán
Ghost
Marianela Fasce
Chica Jess
Flor Ybarra
Chica Tatuada
Nina Jardín
Leia Sarraute
Nino Jardín
León Sarraute
Lautaro Varela
Nino Lautaro
Martina Matich Giralt
Nina Tina
Coral Yasan
Nina 1
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 31, 2015
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 19, 2016
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Santiago Giralt
- Screenplay & Story
- Santiago Giralt
- Original Score
- Emisor
- Original Title
- Jess y James
- Country of Origin
- Argentina
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Los Griegos Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Santiago Giralt
Santiago Giralt
Emisor
Pablo Ramos
Santiago Giralt
Derek Curl, Federico Carol
Department Leadership Roster
Santiago Giralt
Writer
Santiago Giralt
Director
Santiago Giralt
Editor
Federico Carol
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jess & James
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What is Jess & James about?
Jess is a bohemian youth with secrets to hide from his shrewd parents. James feels trapped living with his irritable mother. After meeting for a sexual encounter, the two young men set off on a spontaneous road trip across rural Argentina to reunite with Jess' estranged brother. On their journey, they confront strange occurrences and engage in a ménage à trois affair that brings them closer. Their newly found affection grows, all while discovering a fresh vision of freedom and happiness. JESS & JAMES is a sexually charged road-trip movie, a love story, and a coming-of-age tale, set against the mythical landscape of the Argentinian Pampas.
Who directed Jess & James?
Jess & James was directed by Santiago Giralt.
Who stars in Jess & James?
The principal cast of Jess & James includes Martín Karich, Nicolás Romeo, Federico Fontán, Alejandro Paker, Nahuel Mutti.
When was Jess & James released and how long is it?
Jess & James was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Jess & James?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jess & James was composed by Emisor.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Jess & James?
Jess & James holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.).