Her Name Was Jo May 2026

: Jo’s journey is a search for identity and freedom beyond her abusive past, even as she encounters new dangers like drug dealers and the isolation of the road.

: The bond between Jo and Selma (who is later revealed to be an imaginary companion Jo created to cope with trauma) is the emotional core of the film. Her Name Was Jo

is a 2021 independent coming-of-age drama written and directed by Joe Duca . The film follows a 10-year-old girl named Jo (Mary Cate Williams) on a gritty but hope-filled journey from rural Virginia to Los Angeles. Story Overview : Jo’s journey is a search for identity