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      Saturday Church

      Released Jan 12, 2018 1 hr. 22 min. Drama Musical LGBTQ+ TRAILER for Saturday Church: Trailer 1 List
      93% 29 Reviews Tomatometer 70% 100+ Ratings Audience Score Ulysses is a shy and effeminate boy who finds himself coping with new responsibilities as man of the house after the death of his father. Living alongside his mother, younger brother, and conservative aunt, Ulysses is also struggling with questions about his gender identity. He finds an escape by creating a world of fantasy filled with dance and music. Ulysses' journey takes a turn for the better when he finds a vibrant transgender community. Read More Read Less

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      A remarkable debut feature for writer-director Damon Cardasis, Saturday Church explores gender identity with wisdom and striking sensitivity.

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      Audience Member Horrid choice from Amazon Prime. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Audience Member I really liked it...there were some sad and perhaps even disturbing moments...but without them, the movie would have lacked depth. Being a fan of "POSE" I recognized several members of the cast. I thought it was sincere, heartfelt, moving, frustrating, Auntie made me mad, but there was even loving moments and wonderful self discovery. Good movie! Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Audience Member This has nothing to do with the purpose of the story because it is sooo heartbreaking. With that said, it felt like a PG-13 version of a rated R story, in the sense that it felt more like a Disney movie about a social topic, rather than an adult movie about a social topic. I wanted to dive deeper into the character's life, but it never felt "deep" enough. I blame the singing for that, so awkward and cheesy... but stylistic, I guess. Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/07/23 Full Review john e Sweet and heartbreaking. Luka Kain is perfect as the central character, and one can never sing the praises of Mj Rodriguez enough. The musical numbers come in a little awkwardly, but it works. I absolutely loved the film and know that it will stay with me. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Interesting movie with storyline and acting. We enjoyed this movie. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/20/23 Full Review nilufer e It was a short little movie that didn't tell much about what LGBTIs go through. It was rather uneventful and I didn't like the songs very much but I support the cause dearly so yeah, watch it! Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Read all reviews Post a rating

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      Tatiana Craine Village Voice A sensitive look at a young man's exploration of his identity and sexuality. Jan 16, 2018 Full Review Sheila O'Malley RogerEbert.com A sweet film with a purity of purpose and intent, elevating it above other films portraying similar struggles. Rated: 3/4 Jan 12, 2018 Full Review Sara Stewart New York Post Under the generous debut direction of Damon Cardasis, there's enough heart and raw truth here to uplift the moments that falter. Rated: 3/4 Jan 11, 2018 Full Review M.V. Moorhead Phoenix Magazine The two styles -- naturalistic drama and extravagant musical -- coexist a little awkwardly in the same movie, but the result is heartfelt and original. Jan 7, 2020 Full Review Tori Brazier One Room With A View Saturday Church may not be the type of musical destined to be put on in schools, but is certainly the type of film that demands to be made - and seen. Rated: 4/5 Feb 22, 2019 Full Review Douglas Davidson Pretty Vacant One We're all in search of something, and with a story like Saturday Church, [Damon] Cardasis may just empower someone else can find their way to live courageously, too. Rated: 4.5/5 Nov 4, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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      Synopsis Ulysses is a shy and effeminate boy who finds himself coping with new responsibilities as man of the house after the death of his father. Living alongside his mother, younger brother, and conservative aunt, Ulysses is also struggling with questions about his gender identity. He finds an escape by creating a world of fantasy filled with dance and music. Ulysses' journey takes a turn for the better when he finds a vibrant transgender community.
      Director
      Damon Cardasis
      Executive Producer
      Luigi Caiola, Sharon Chang, Isabel Henderson, Lia Mayer-Sommer
      Screenwriter
      Damon Cardasis
      Distributor
      Samuel Goldwyn Films
      Production Co
      Round Films, Samuel Goldwyn Films, Spring Pictures
      Genre
      Drama, Musical, LGBTQ+
      Original Language
      English
      Release Date (Theaters)
      Jan 12, 2018, Limited
      Release Date (Streaming)
      Jan 12, 2018
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