Jess + Moss
“A lyrical tale of two solitary, playful and young souls.”
Synopsis
Jess, age 18, and Moss, age 12 are second cousins in the dark-fire tobacco fields of rural Western Kentucky. Without immediate families that they can relate to, and lacking friends their own age, they only have each other. Over the course of a summer they venture on a journey exploring deep secrets and hopes of a future while being confronted with fears of isolation, abandonment and an unknown tomorrow.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2011-12-13
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 23, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clay Jeter
- Screenplay & Story
- Will Basanta, Clay Jeter, Isaac Hagy, Debra Coleman Jeter
- Original Score
- Aaron Zigman
- Original Title
- Jess + Moss
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Production Studios
- Love Streams agnès b. Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clay Jeter
Will Basanta, Clay Jeter, Isaac Hagy, Debra Coleman Jeter
Aaron Zigman
Will Basanta, Clay Jeter
Isaac Hagy
Will Basanta, Jason Michael Berman, Adam Childress, Cliff Coleman, Bill Fletcher
Department Leadership Roster
Clay Jeter
Director
Isaac Hagy
Editor
Will Basanta
Director of Photography
Will Basanta
Screenplay
Clay Jeter
Screenplay
Clay Jeter
Director of Photography
Will Basanta
Producer
Adam Childress
Producer
Isaac Hagy
Producer
Gregory Grover
Production Design
Aaron Zigman
Original Music Composer
Isaac Hagy
Screenplay
Debra Coleman Jeter
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jess + Moss
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What is Jess + Moss about?
Jess, age 18, and Moss, age 12 are second cousins in the dark-fire tobacco fields of rural Western Kentucky. Without immediate families that they can relate to, and lacking friends their own age, they only have each other. Over the course of a summer they venture on a journey exploring deep secrets and hopes of a future while being confronted with fears of isolation, abandonment and an unknown tomorrow.
Who directed Jess + Moss?
Jess + Moss was directed by Clay Jeter.
Who stars in Jess + Moss?
The principal cast of Jess + Moss includes Sarah Hagan, Austin Vickers, Haley Strode, Haley Parker, Donald Fleming.
When was Jess + Moss released and how long is it?
Jess + Moss was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.
Who composed the musical score for Jess + Moss?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jess + Moss was composed by Aaron Zigman.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Jess + Moss?
Jess + Moss holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.