Pray TV
Pray TV

Pray TV

1982Movie100 minEnglish

A newly ordained minister accepts a summer job with a dynamic TV evangelist only to find deep conflicts between the latter's conventional activities servicing his community's spiritual needs and his power wielded as a TV celebrity.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Rick FishGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A cynical advertising executive is hired by a television evangelist to revive his struggling ministry. As he immerses himself in the world of televangelism, he begins to question his own values and the true nature of faith and commerce.

Critical Reception

Pray TV was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its sharp satire and satirical take on televangelism. However, some found its tone uneven and its message occasionally muddled. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating its comedic elements and others finding it too critical of religious practices.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its biting satire of televangelism and the media.
  • Some critics noted a lack of subtlety and a somewhat unfocused narrative.
  • The film's humor and performances were generally well-received.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce and largely anecdotal. Some viewers found the film to be a humorous and insightful look at the commercialization of religion, while others felt it was too cynical and offensive.

Fun Fact

The film was initially conceived as a more serious drama but evolved into a satire during its development.

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