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Corpus Christi: Playing with Redemption (2013)

"Challenge everything you believe."

5.020131h 19mEN
Documentary

Directed by James Brandon

Rating

5.0/10

Runtime

1h 19m

Language

EN

Release

November 10, 2013

Director

James Brandon

Official Trailer

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Overview

Terrence McNally’s Corpus Christi is a play retelling the Jesus story, with Jesus as a gay man living in the 1950s in Corpus Christi, Texas. This documentary follows the troupe, playwright, and audience around the world on a five-year journey of Terrence McNally’s passion play, where voices of prote...

Cast

Nic Arnzen

Nic Arnzen

Himself

James Brandon

James Brandon

Joshua / Himself

Matthew Montgomery

Matthew Montgomery

Bartholomew / Himself

David Pevsner

David Pevsner

Philip / Himself

Steve Callahan

Steve Callahan

Judas / Self

Larry Kramer

Larry Kramer

Self

Anson Mount

Anson Mount

Self

Terrence McNally

Terrence McNally

Self

Norman Lear

Norman Lear

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Corpus Christi: Playing with Redemption (2013), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Terrence McNally’s Corpus Christi is a play retelling the Jesus story, with Jesus as a gay man living in the 1950s in Corpus Christi, Texas. This documentary follows the troupe, playwright, and audience around the world on a five-year journey of Terrence McNally’s passion play, where voices of protest and support collide on one of the central issues facing the LGBT community: religion.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Corpus Christi: Playing with Redemption. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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