The Janitor (1995)

A mildly-irreverent reinterpretation of bible events, with God's janitor claiming, by virtue of covering up his own lapses, credit for everything from the Flood to the Ascension!

Director:

Vanessa Schwartz

Writers:

Geoffrey Lewis (story), Chris Many

Stars:

Geoffrey Lewis

Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 2 wins.

Cast

Credited cast:
Geoffrey Lewis	...	God's janitor (voice)

Storyline

A mildly-irreverent reinterpretation of bible events, with God's janitor claiming, by virtue of covering up his own lapses, credit for everything from the Flood to the Ascension!

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Plot Keywords:

reference to jesus christ | reference to god

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Genres:

Animation | Comedy | Short

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Details

Country:

Canada

Language:

English

Release Date:

31 March 1995 (USA)

Also Known As:

El portero

Company Credits

Production Co:

National Film Board of Canada (NFB)

Technical Specs

Runtime:

4 min

Sound Mix:

Mono

Color:

Black and White

User Reviews

Entertaining, if quirky and probably controversial.

This short is not going to appeal to everyone. I'm a Catholic with a sense of humor and quite secure in my faith, so it doesn't bother me. I think it's quite funny, as a matter of fact. There are undoubtably people who would disagree vehemently. This cartoon is not for them. If you are a True Believer, you probably won't like this cartoon. I happen to give the Almighty credit for having a sense of humor and I think this is a funny, if less reverent look at how things work. Well worth watching. Recommended with the caveats stated above.