Long before she became a household name in a landmark legal battle, E. Jean Carroll was the witty, irreverent advice columnist behind “Ask E. Jean,” a wildly popular magazine feature that dispensed sharp, often hilarious counsel to readers navigating life’s most intimate dilemmas. Directed by Ivy Meeropol, this compelling documentary delves into the extraordinary life of a woman who reinvented herself multiple times, from a small-town beauty queen to a pioneering journalist and author. The film weaves together archival footage, interviews, and Carroll’s own candid reflections, exploring the central tension between the public persona she crafted as a trusted confidante and the private woman whose own story would eventually become a defining chapter in the #MeToo movement. As the narrative unfolds, it captures the shifting cultural landscape that shaped her career and the personal courage it took to finally turn the advice-giving lens onto herself. With a tone that is both intimate and insightful, the documentary offers a nuanced portrait of resilience, humor, and the enduring power of speaking one’s truth.