God's Offices
God's Offices

God's Offices

2008Movie122 minFrench

A realist dramedy about dedicated social workers who devote their long shifts to helping pregnant women.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Mark J. ParkerGenres: Drama, Comedy

Plot Summary

A struggling writer finds himself in a bizarre competition with the Almighty himself for the soul of a cynical newspaper editor. The writer must craft a story so compelling that it can convince God to spare the editor from damnation. This divine battle of wits and narratives unfolds in unexpected and humorous ways, testing the limits of faith and storytelling.

Critical Reception

God's Offices received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often praising its unique premise and performances, though some found its execution occasionally uneven.

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  • Praised for its imaginative and thought-provoking concept.
  • Michael O'Keefe's performance as the writer was frequently highlighted.
  • Some reviews noted that the film struggled to balance its comedic and dramatic elements.

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The film was an independent production and had a limited theatrical release.

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