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Stealing God

2005
Movie
93 min
English

Two down-on-their-luck actors, unemployed actors start a fake Christian television show, pulling off the performance of a lifetime on a comical journey that makes them Holy Millionaires.

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IMDb4.8/10
Director: J. Michael MirusGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former college professor, driven by grief and a desperate need for answers, kidnaps a renowned theologian. His goal is to force the theologian to confront his own beliefs and provide a rational explanation for the unfathomable loss he has endured. As the tense situation unfolds, the captor and captive engage in a battle of wills, forcing both to question faith, reason, and the very nature of God. The intense psychological drama explores the depths of human despair and the search for meaning in the face of tragedy.

Critical Reception

Stealing God received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its theological premise intriguing but its execution to be lacking in depth and pacing. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the film's ambitious themes and others finding it to be melodramatic and ultimately unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts to tackle profound questions about faith and suffering but often falters in its dramatic execution.

  • While the premise is thought-provoking, the character development and plot progression are seen as weak by some critics.

  • Some viewers appreciated the intense dialogue and performances, even if the overall narrative felt underdeveloped.

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Fun Fact

Stephen Baldwin, who plays the theologian, is known for his deeply religious public persona, which some may see as a thematic parallel to his role in the film.

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