The Gospel (2005)

This is a story about a successful young R&B singer that has an unlikely homecoming when his father, the bishop, becomes ill.

Director:

Rob Hardy

Writer:

Rob Hardy

Stars:

Boris Kodjoe, Idris Elba, Nona Gaye

4 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Boris Kodjoe	...	David Taylor
Idris Elba	...	Reverend Charles Frank
Nona Gaye	...	Charlene Taylor Frank
Clifton Powell	...	Bishop Fred Taylor
Aloma Wright	...	Ernestine
Donnie McClurkin	...	Minister Hunter
Omar Gooding	...	Wesley
Tamyra Gray	...	Rain Walker
Keshia Knight Pulliam	...	Maya Walker
Michael J. Pagan	...	Young David
Sean Nelson	...	Young Frank
Hezekiah Walker	...	Brother Gordon
Dwayne Boyd	...	Oscar
Tony Vaughn	...	Bishop Stackhouse
Justin Hires	...	Youngster

Storyline

A young singer turns his back on God and his father's church when tragedy strikes. He returns years later to find the once powerful congregation in disarray. With his childhood friend creating a "new vision" for the church, he is forced to deal with family turmoil, career suicide, and relationship issues that send him on a collision course with redemption or destruction.

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Plot Keywords:

church | singer | pastor | african american | gospel choir

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Taglines:

See It! Live It! Spread It!

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Genres:

Drama | Music

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated PG for thematic elements including suggestive material, and mild language

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

7 October 2005 (USA)

Also Known As:

Gospel

Filming Locations:

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$5,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$7,523,571 (USA) (7 October 2005)

Gross:

$15,778,152 (USA) (18 November 2005)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Rainforest Films, Screen Gems, Willpower Production

Technical Specs

Runtime:

105 min

Sound Mix:

DTS Dolby Digital SDDS

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Quotes

Wesley: We have to be back on the road the day after the revival. Otherwise your career is going to be deader than C+C Music Factory.
David Taylor: Who?
Wesley: My point exactly.

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Connections

Spin-off The Gospel Live Concert (2005)

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Soundtracks

"Still Alive"
Written, produced and performed by Kirk Franklin

User Reviews

Thought it much better than rating average

I agree - the music was great. I thought Kodjoe gave a fine performance. The Charles Frank character was believable in his self-righteousness. Overall, I thought this was a good presentation of the parable of the prodigal son. Having been in the church for years, I also thought the depiction of the church worship services were inspiring. The movie could have fleshed out some of the sub-themes. I also liked the relationship between David Taylor and his manager, Wesley. I recommend this movie, especially to Christians who enjoy gospel music and want to see a slice of church life, particularly in the African-American community.