A former New Jersey governor resigns in 2004 after revealing his homosexuality and an extramarital affair, leading to a decade of personal transformation.
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A former New Jersey governor resigns in 2004 after revealing his homosexuality and an extramarital affair, leading to a decade of personal transformation.
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Synopsis
Jim McGreevey, the former Governor of New Jersey, resigned in 2004 after revealing his homosexuality and an extramarital affair. "Fall to Grace" follows McGreevey's life in the years following his departure from politics. He pursues a Master of Divinity degree at New York City's General Theological Seminary and seeks to become an Episcopal priest. The film documents his work counseling female inmates in New Jersey and New York, illustrating his efforts to reconcile his past while serving his community.
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Why Watch
- Meet Jim McGreevey after his political fall.
- See his transition to becoming an Episcopal priest.
- Follow his work with female inmates in New Jersey.
Did You Know
- Jim McGreevey resigned as Governor of New Jersey after an affair.
- He obtained a Master of Divinity degree from General Theological Seminary.
- The film premiered on HBO on March 28, 2013.
- Fall to Grace was an official selection at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival.
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Who directed the documentary Fall to Grace?
Fall to Grace was produced, filmed, and directed by Alexandra Pelosi.
What degree did Jim McGreevey obtain after his resignation?
Jim McGreevey obtained a Master of Divinity degree at New York City's General Theological Seminary.
When did Fall to Grace premiere on HBO?
Fall to Grace premiered on HBO on 28 March 2013.
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