Say Amen, Somebody
“Pure joy”
Synopsis
Documentary on modern black gospel music, focusing on the pioneering Rev. Thomas Dorsey and Mother Willie Mae Ford Smith
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Say Amen, Somebody | Trailer | Opens September 6Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-08-30
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Toronto Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 11, 1983
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George T. Nierenberg
- Original Title
- Say Amen, Somebody
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- GTN Productions, United Artists
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George T. Nierenberg
Edward Lachman, Don Lenzer
Paul Barnes
George T. Nierenberg, Karin Vaerenberg
Department Leadership Roster
George T. Nierenberg
Director
George T. Nierenberg
Producer
Karin Vaerenberg
Producer
Paul Barnes
Editor
Edward Lachman
Director of Photography
Don Lenzer
Director of Photography
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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What is Say Amen, Somebody about?
Documentary on modern black gospel music, focusing on the pioneering Rev. Thomas Dorsey and Mother Willie Mae Ford Smith
Who directed Say Amen, Somebody?
Say Amen, Somebody was directed by George T. Nierenberg.
Who stars in Say Amen, Somebody?
The principal cast of Say Amen, Somebody includes Thomas Dorsey, Willie Mae Ford Smith.
When was Say Amen, Somebody released and how long is it?
Say Amen, Somebody was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Say Amen, Somebody?
Say Amen, Somebody holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).