Godspell: A Musical Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew

Godspell: A Musical Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew

The Gospel according to today.

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Release Date

3/21/1973

Runtime

103 mins

Overview

In modern-day New York City, John the Baptist calls out to a group of young men and women to learn from the teachings of Jesus. Through song and dance, they relive Christ's crucifixion.

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

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Revenue

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A colorful, exuberant musical celebration of spiritual awakening that trades solemnity for joy, inviting viewers into a communal experience of faith through contemporary song and dance. It's earnest in its message but deliberately unconcerned with reverence, creating something that feels more like a joyful gathering than a traditional religious film.

Mood

JoyfulPlayfulHopefulWhimsical

Themes

FaithRedemptionComing of age

Tone

Earnest

Pacing

Brisk

Look

Stylized genrePainterly

Structure

Ensemble

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