Juanita Film

Juanita, a Netflix Film

Juanita, a new film based on Sheila Williams’ book Dancing on the Edge of the Roof, was directed by Clark Johnson from a screenplay by Roderick Spencer and starring Alfre Woodard, Blair Underwood, and Adam Beach.

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Burdened by troubles in life and love, a mother of three grown children searches for hope and healing on an impromptu trip to Paper Moon, Montana.

“That “Juanita” is based on a book is no surprise. It is satisfying like a well-written novel and draws out its cast of characters without losing sight of the main character.” –Lemon Wire

“…a feel-good movie with fresh humor and nuance” –People’s World

Photos taken at the New York City screening for “Juanita”

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 07
“Juanita” Special Screening
(Photos by Monica Schipper/Getty Images for Netflix)


Author Sheila Williams joins Elaine Diehl to talk about seeing her words turned into a film, as well as her upcoming project with the Cincinnati Opera. LISTEN on Cincinnati Public Radio


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The Paper Moon Diner window
(Courtesy of Stephanie Allain’s twitter page)

Paper Moon Diner window from Juanita Netflix Film

Director Clark Johnson, Script writer Roderick Spencer,
Producer Stephanie Allain, Actor Alfre Woodard, Producer Mel Jones
(Courtesy of Stephanie Allain’s twitter page)

Directors of the Netflix Film, Juanita

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