Two anchor stores, Kmart and JCPenney, have closed at a mall in Jasper, Alabama, leaving only one remaining anchor, Belk.
“Everything must go”
Synopsis
Two anchor stores, Kmart and JCPenney, have closed at a mall in Jasper, Alabama, leaving only one remaining anchor, Belk.
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Synopsis
Mike McClelland, the superintendent of Jasper Mall, oversees a shopping center in Jasper, Alabama, that opened in 1981. With the recent closures of Kmart and JCPenney, foot traffic has plummeted. The film follows McClelland and the remaining store owners as they navigate daily challenges. Events like visits from Santa and a carnival provide moments of community engagement. By the end, multiple shops, including Subway and Robin's Nest Flowers & Gifts, have closed or moved.
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Why Watch
- Meet Mike McClelland, the mall's superintendent.
- See the impact of Kmart and JCPenney's closures.
- Follow the story of two high school students in love.
Did You Know
- Jasper Mall opened in 1981 and has not been remodeled since.
- The film was shot throughout 2018 and premiered on January 27, 2020.
- The mall lost two anchor stores: Kmart and JCPenney.
- The film has an 88% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on eight reviews.
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Who directed Jasper Mall?
Jasper Mall was directed by Bradford Thomason and Brett Whitcomb.
When did Jasper Mall premiere?
Jasper Mall premiered on January 27, 2020, at the Slamdance Film Festival.
What stores closed in Jasper Mall?
Shops such as Subway, Grady's Sandwich Shop, Robin's Nest Flowers & Gifts, and Jewelry Doctor all closed or moved toward the end of the film.
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