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Cherry Hill: A Childhood Reimagined

Name: Cherry Hill: A Childhood Reimagined
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Book Synopsis: A memoir by photographic artist Jona Frank told in captivating stories and poignant images with a cast of actors, including Laura Dern and Imogene Wolodarsky, Cherry Hill tells the story of one girl's suburban youth and deliverance. Cherry Hill is a multimedia memoir of photographic artist Jona Frank's upbringing in - and flight from - a stifling suburban household.

Told in words and evocative photographs, Frank's account of her childhood struggles with a repressive mother, mentally ill brother, and overwhelming expectations is leavened with episodes from her rich interior world. Akin to a graphic novel, this hybrid of personal essay and photography breaks open the memoir format, detailing the life of a young artist as she spends her days dreaming of a friendship with Emily Dickinson, longing for Bruce Springsteen and eschewing the rules of femininity.

Frank employs a cinematic approach to construct vivid scenes from her youth. Using elaborately dressed sets, era-specific wardrobes, and multiple actors to portray herself as a child, Frank refashions her memories into vibrant tableaux. Strikingly, Frank cast Academy Award-winning actor Laura Dern in the role of her strict and complicated mother in a performance as bravura as her film and television work. As Frank outgrows the confines of her environment and suffocating domestic life, discovering art and photography as the path to her personal fulfillment, she plots her ultimate escape.

A unique photographic storytelling project reminiscent of such classics as Fun Home and The Best We Could Do, Cherry Hill is an intimate self-portrait of what it takes to break free of convention and answer the question, "Who am I meant to be?"

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Experience the captivating and poignant journey of Cherry Hill: A Childhood Reimagined. This remarkable memoir by photographic artist Jona Frank delves into the depths of a suburban upbringing and the ultimate pursuit of deliverance. Through captivating stories and powerful images featuring acclaimed actors including Laura Dern and Imogene Wolodarsky, Cherry Hill offers a unique multimedia experience that will leave you spellbound.

With Cherry Hill, Jona Frank breaks the boundaries of traditional memoirs, combining personal essays and evocative photographs that come together in a graphic novel-like format. As you follow Frank's account of her struggles with a repressive mother, mentally ill brother, and societal expectations, you'll also be transported into her rich interior world. Immerse yourself in her dreams of friendship with the enigmatic Emily Dickinson, her deep admiration for Bruce Springsteen, and her defiance of societal norms.

Prepare to be visually mesmerized by Frank's cinematic approach. Through elaborately dressed sets, era-specific wardrobes, and talented actors portraying her younger self, she brings her memories to life in vibrant tableaux. Adding to the allure, Academy Award-winning actor Laura Dern masterfully embodies the role of Frank's strict and complex mother, delivering a performance that is as breathtaking as her work in film and television.

Cherry Hill is not just a memoir, but a photographic storytelling project that breaks free from convention. It's reminiscent of beloved classics like Fun Home and The Best We Could Do, offering a deeply personal and introspective exploration of identity and the pursuit of personal fulfillment. Discover the power of art and photography as the path to liberation, and join Jona Frank on her extraordinary quest to answer the timeless question, "Who am I meant to be?"

Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Experience Cherry Hill: A Childhood Reimagined today and uncover the captivating story that awaits. Shop now.

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