"Jimmy" Channels James Baldwin's Haunted Spirit The new film "Jimmy," directed by Yashaddai Owens, is a meandering cinematic journey through Europe that seeks to capture the essence of author and activist James Baldwin.
At first glance, it may seem like an unusual choice to approach Baldwin's life and work in such an impressionistic way, but Owens' thoughtful pacing creates a meditative experience that captures the complexity of Baldwin's presence.
Baldwin's story has long been overdue for more nuanced attention from Hollywood.