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10.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19981h 25mUnited States of America

A City Called Heaven

Synopsis

Sister Glen Moore's dying wishes include a eulogy by Jesse Jackson; a spiritual delivered by "the big opera star," Benita Cross; and a final face-to-face with her estranged mother, the redoubtable Mrs. Gerturde Hudson. Reverend Dexter, of Brooklyn's New Canaan Church, must rely on his full reserves of wisdom, patience and heavenly guidance to negotiate the late sister's exquisitely orchestrated funeral and the little secret that she carries with her to the grave...

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 1998

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Hugh Thompson
Screenplay & Story
Phillippe Marius
Original Title
A City Called Heaven
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 25m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Hugh Thompson

Screenplay & Story

Phillippe Marius

Department Leadership Roster

Hugh Thompson

Director

Phillippe Marius

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About A City Called Heaven

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is A City Called Heaven about?

Sister Glen Moore's dying wishes include a eulogy by Jesse Jackson; a spiritual delivered by "the big opera star," Benita Cross; and a final face-to-face with her estranged mother, the redoubtable Mrs. Gerturde Hudson. Reverend Dexter, of Brooklyn's New Canaan Church, must rely on his full reserves of wisdom, patience and heavenly guidance to negotiate the late sister's exquisitely orchestrated funeral and the little secret that she carries with her to the grave...

Who directed A City Called Heaven?

A City Called Heaven was directed by Hugh Thompson.

Who stars in A City Called Heaven?

The principal cast of A City Called Heaven includes Gerald Orange, Wanda Sander, Phalana Tiller.

When was A City Called Heaven released and how long is it?

A City Called Heaven was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.