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Godspell
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G,1hr 43min
Genre:
Musical
Release:
1973
Directors:
David Greene, John-Michael Tebelak
Distributor:
Columbia TriStar
Starring:
Victor Garber, David Haskell, Jerry Sroka  ...more
Synopsis: Directors David Greene and John-Michael Tebelak collaborate with composer Stephen Schwartz to bring his wildly successful Broadway musical, Godspell, to the big screen. Told almost entirely in song, Godspell presents the gospel of St. Matthew updated to New York City of the late '60s/early '70s, featuring Jesus Christ as a wandering minstrel dressed like a circus clown. By blowing on an instrument that reaches only the ears of a select few around the bustling city, John the Baptist (David Haskell) ... Full Synopsis
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Derek Armstrong
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Those who prefer their religion served with a side order of skepticism may find themselves feeling uncomfortable during Godspell -- at times, it's a lot like going to church. Conversely, those with an earnest view of faith will find joyous celebration in this giddy, straight-faced musical that has no place for irony. Unlike Jesus Christ Superstar, which is superior storytelling but inferior recitation ... Full Review
Featured Cast
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Victor Garber
Jesus, Jesus Christ
David Haskell
John, Judas
Jerry Sroka
Jerry
Lynne Thigpen
Lynne
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