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The Apostle

PG-13 1997 Drama · 2h 14m
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After his happy life spins out of control, a preacher from Texas changes his name, goes to Louisiana and starts preaching on the radio.

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About The Apostle

Euliss Sonny Dewey, a charismatic Texas preacher, finds his world collapsing after a personal crisis. In a desperate attempt to start anew and escape his past, he changes his name and flees to Louisiana. There, under a new identity, he establishes a church and radio ministry, seeking redemption through preaching and good works while battling his inner demons.

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Directed by the legendary Robert Duvall, who also stars as Euliss Sonny Dewey, The Apostle boasts a stellar cast. Farrah Fawcett portrays Jessie Dewey, Sonny's estranged wife, while Miranda Richardson embodies Toosie, a woman who offers Sonny solace and companionship. John Beasley plays Blackwell, a wise and supportive Reverend. Walton Goggins appears as a young police officer, and Billy Bob Thornton makes a cameo as a disgruntled mechanic. Duvall's masterful direction extracts nuanced performances from the entire cast, creating a tapestry of believable and compelling characters.

What people like about The Apostle

Critics lauded The Apostle for its authentic portrayal of faith, Duvall's commanding performance, and its thought-provoking exploration of complex moral issues. Many praised the film's refusal to offer easy answers, instead presenting a nuanced and realistic depiction of human fallibility and the enduring power of belief. Viewers appreciated the film's genuine feel, its strong characters and the superb performance of Robert Duvall as actor and director. It was called a honest and realistic portrayal of faith and forgiveness.

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Movie Score

63%

Released

December 19, 1997

Director

Robert Duvall

Cast

Robert Duvall, Farrah Fawcett, Miranda Richardson, John Beasley, Walton Goggins, Billy Bob Thornton

Genre

Drama

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