Say Amen, Somebody
New York Film Festival Essentials
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1h 41m
Directed by George T. Nierenberg • Documentary • 1983 • US • English
Featuring Thomas A. Dorsey, Willie Mae Ford Smith, Delois Barrett Campbell
One of the most acclaimed music documentaries of all time, "Say Amen, Somebody" is a joyous, funny, and deeply emotional celebration of Gospel music from director George Nierenberg. A line-up of earth-shaking performers including Thomas A. Dorsey, Willie Mae Ford Smith, The Barrett Sisters and The O'Neal Twins is just one reason why this tremendous film has garnered rave reviews around the world.
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