Jonestown: The Life and Death of Peoples Temple

Featuring never-before-seen footage, this documentary delivers a startling new look at the Peoples Temple, headed by preacher Jim Jones who, in 1978, led more than 900 members to Guyana, where he orchestrated a mass suicide via tainted punch.

Director: Stanley Nelson

Cast

Claire Janaro Deborah Layton Garrett Lambrev Hue Fortson Jr. Janet Shular Jim Jones Leo J. Ryan Jackie Speier

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