God's Club
God's Club

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God's Club

2016
Movie
90 min
English

Following his wife’s death, public high-school teacher Michael Evens re-launches the Bible Club she originally founded. When upset parents cite the separation of church and state and want the group disbanded, a passionate dispute erupts and threatens to destroy their small Vermont community. With his job, personal relationships and even his faith on the line, Michael must make tough decisions about the things that matter most. Corbin Bernsen and Lorenzo Lamas also star in this uplifting tale of strength, unity and love.

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IMDb3.6/10
Director: Brandon HeinzerGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

Three young men, driven by their faith, are inspired to create a Christian club at their high school to share their beliefs and build a community. They face opposition from school administration and fellow students who are skeptical or hostile towards their efforts. Despite the challenges, they persevere, hoping to make a positive impact on their peers and school environment.

Critical Reception

God's Club received largely negative reviews from critics, who often cited its simplistic storytelling, heavy-handed moralizing, and amateurish filmmaking. Audience reception was somewhat more polarized, with some Christian viewers appreciating the film's message while others found it to be didactic and unengaging.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its preachy tone and lack of cinematic polish.

  • Viewed by some as a well-intentioned but ultimately ineffective Christian film.

  • Accused of being overly simplistic in its portrayal of faith and high school life.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and mixed, with some commending the film for its faith-based message and positive intentions, while others found it to be poorly executed and unconvincing.

Fun Fact

The film was independently produced and largely marketed to specific faith-based communities.

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Wuchak

**_The trials & tribulations of starting a Bible club at a modern American high school_** A high school teacher in SoCal (Stephen Baldwin) decides to open an extracurricular club that focuses on the Scriptures and Christianity, but faces...