The Grace of Jake (2017)

With the echoes of past misdeeds still ringing in his ears, Jake, a wandering musician in his 30s freshly sprung from prison, trades the familiarity of California for the unknown of Palestine, Arkansas. A town small in size but large in character, populated by just 678 souls, it's the home of his estranged father, Henry, a man of the earth, whose life is painted in the hues of cotton fields and gravel roads, soaring through the sky as a crop duster pilot. A father he's never met, yet a man he holds responsible for life's harshest symphonies - failure, incarceration, and the haunting melody of his mother's death. Fuelled by the raw rhythm of revenge, Jake's journey takes him deep into the heart of the south. But as he steps onto the stage of this small-town life, an unexpected performance awaits him. Amidst the simple backdrop of rural existence, the extraordinary happens. He discovers everything he's been missing - the vibrant chorus of life, the tender ballad of love, and the triumphant harmony of a gospel record contract. As the plot thickens, Jake uncovers a haunting refrain echoing from his past – his saintly mother may not have been the innocent victim in their tragic family opera. In this intimate ensemble of authentic, soulful characters that make up the fabric of Palestine, Jake finds more than just a setting for his revenge. He finds himself becoming an integral part of this rich, textured tapestry, as vital to the narrative as the Arkansas delta itself. "The Grace of Jake" is not just a movie; it's a heartfelt, musical exploration of people and place. Here, each character's verse is as crucial as the location, each note striking a chord in a grand score that transcends borders, its roots in the Arkansas delta, but its soul resonating with the universal human experience.

The Grace of Jake is a comedy movie featuring Jordin Sparks and directed by Christopher Hicky.

It is possible to buy The Grace of Jake on Amazon Video and Apple TV.