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Say Amen, Somebody

1983·Movie
1h 40min·G

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Big heart, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Spectacle4
  • Fast Pace3
  • Tension2

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Catharsis9

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Faith and meaning, a real life story, and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction8
  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality10
  • Music Composition9
  • Cinematography7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Pure joy

Documentary on modern black gospel music, focusing on the pioneering Rev. Thomas Dorsey and Mother Willie Mae Ford Smith
Gospel Music DocumentaryInspiring BiographiesAfrican American CultureMusical HistoryUplifting & SpiritualJoyful CelebrationCultural LegacyHopeful NarrativesPioneering Artists

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Say Amen, Somebody

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Where can I stream Say Amen, Somebody legally?

Say Amen, Somebody is included with a subscription to OVID, TCM, and Kino Film Collection in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Say Amen, Somebody worth watching?

73
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.6 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Say Amen, Somebody rated?

G

It's rated G in the United States.

How long is Say Amen, Somebody?

1 h 40 min

Say Amen, Somebody runs 1 h 40 min.

Is Say Amen, Somebody based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Say Amen, Somebody?

Critics92
Audiences74

Not quite. Critics rate Say Amen, Somebody higher (92) than audiences (74). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is Say Amen, Somebody in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Say Amen, Somebody?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Say Amen, Somebody in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.