Salvation Boulevard
Salvation Boulevard

Salvation Boulevard

2011Movie96 minEnglish

Set in the world of mega-churches in which a former Deadhead-turned-born-again-Christian finds himself on the run from fundamentalist members of his mega-church who will do anything to protect their larger-than-life pastor.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes28%
Metacritic42/100
Google Users48%
Director: Greg "Rusty" HallGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A devout, Bible-thumping mega-church member's faith is put to the test when he discovers his charismatic, larger-than-life pastor is a fraud. He then embarks on a cross-country journey with a group of fellow congregants to expose the truth and confront the fallen leader.

Critical Reception

Salvation Boulevard received generally negative reviews from critics, with many finding its blend of satire and drama uneven and its humor often falling flat. Audience reception was also lukewarm, with some appreciating the attempt at religious satire while others found it offensive or poorly executed.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a sharp satire of mega-churches and blind faith but often misses the mark, resulting in a tone-deaf and unfocused narrative.
  • Performances, particularly from Pierce Brosnan as the unscrupulous pastor, are a highlight, though they can't salvage the film's weak script.
  • The comedy is often uncomfortable and the dramatic elements feel forced, leaving viewers with a sense of disappointment.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with some finding the film's satirical edge amusing and thought-provoking, while others felt it was overly preachy, offensive, or simply not funny.

Fun Fact

Pierce Brosnan reportedly based his portrayal of the televangelist pastor on several real-life figures he had observed.

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