Author: The JT LeRoy Story
Watch TrailerNew York magazine’s October 2005 issue sent shockwaves through the literary world when it unmasked “it boy” wunderkind JT LeRoy, whose tough prose about his sordid childhood had captivated icons and luminaries internationally. It turned out LeRoy didn’t actually exist. He was dreamed up by 40-year-old San Francisco punk rocker and phone sex operator, Laura Albert.
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| Year | 2016 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Director | Jeff Feuerzeig |
| Runtime | 110 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.6/10 (31 votes) |
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Author: The JT LeRoy Story has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.6/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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Released in 2016, this film holds up just as well today. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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