Jewel's Catch One

Jewel's Catch One (2017)

January 7th, 20171h 24min

Documentary
70%

Overview

With four strikes against her (black, female, poor and a lesbian), our trailblazer, Jewel Thais-Williams, helped changed laws, save lives and influence communities across Los Angeles, California as she opened her legendary nightclub's door for 42 years.


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