One doesnt need to be an adherent to christianity or theism in. While the documentary features a number of gospel musicians. All the great songs and lyrics from the say amen, somebody video album ont he webs largest and most authoritative lyrics resource. Say amen, somebody restored version available for rent. The end of the movie captures a glorious reunion when dorsey and smith. The film gives an historical and a spiritual perspective of the impact of gospel music in the history of religious music in america.
It features some of the founding songwriters, singers of a musical genre that became know as black gospel music. Gospel music is the subject of this lively film, which explores the history of the faithrooted. Set in sherman hemsleys reallife hometown of philadelphia, amen stars hemsley as the deacon of a church and was part of a wave of successful sitcoms on nbc in the 1980s which featured entirely or almostentirely black casts. Somebody say amen wont somebody say amen i see the people without the money being peaceful with the lord yeah the church seems full of happiness but the jet sets looking bored they getting high without a penny here theyre finding peace without a dime but the rain turns cold on the city streets and the smiles are hard to find oh the pain of. Dorsey, willie mae ford smith and her longtime rival. Nierenbergs say amen, somebody is an essential document if one has an affinity for gospel music specifically or vintage black music in general. The film examines the political and diplomatic relationship between the vatican and nazi germany during world war ii. Say amen, somebody is an exuberant documentary spotlighting the special world of gospel music.
In the main, though, the churchs reaction was predictably aggrieved, and best summed up by a statement from archbishop jeanpierre. Special emphasis is given the lives and careers of two giants in the business. In the main, though, the churchs reaction was predictably aggrieved, and best summed up by a. Nierenbergs fine 1982 film documentary on gospel music, say amen, somebody isnt quite as explosive an experience with the visual elements stripped away, but it still packs a pretty joyous punch. Say amen, somebody is the kind of movie that isnt made very often, because it takes an unusual combination of skills. Jun 12, 2017 regarder film goodbye and amen en streaming, telecharger film goodbye and amen gratuitement, voir film goodbye and amen en ligne. I had the pleasure to go on a caribbean jazz cruise on which the barrett sisters were scheduled to sing the first saturday night with little fanfare. With ralph abernathy, leon davis, coretta scott king, bill kircher.
Stream gratuit amen is an american television sitcom produced by carson productions that ran from september 27, 1986 to may 11, 1991 on nbc. Say amen, somebody soundtrack 25th anniversary deluxe edition cddvd average rating. Say amen, somebody is the most joyful movie ive seen in a very long time. While the documentary features a number of gospel musicians, it spends the most time looking into the considerable contributions of thomas a. Long ago in grandmas day every body knew to pray theyd stay on their knees till they felt the touch from the mighty strong hand then theyd stand up and say i felt the burdens roll away if you were there you understood some body say amen chorus some body say amen some body say amen if youve been blessed by god. Say amen, somebody, image courtesy of milestone films. Nov 05, 2015 provided to youtube by cdbaby somebody say amen the reminders tender loud gravel.
Documentary about the american gospel music scene, focusing on two of the movements pioneering forces, thomas a. Say amen, somebody soundtrack 25th anniversary deluxe. March 30, 1983 say amen, somebody four stars movies roger ebert say amen, somebody is the most joyful movie ive seen in a very long time. National catholic register if the toetapping gospel music of the fighting temptations appeals to you but you were put off by that films negative christian stereotypes and lack of even rote hollywood spiritual uplift or profaith sentiment, treat yourself to this engaging, gospelinfused documentary tribute to the africanamerican men and. The story of gospel music and two of its luminaries, willie mae ford smith and thomas a. Regarder film goodbye and amen en streaming, telecharger film goodbye and amen gratuitement, voir film goodbye and amen en ligne. One of the most acclaimed music documentaries of all time, say amen, somebody is george nierenbergs masterpiece a joyous, funny, deeply emotional celebration of african american culture, featuring the father of gospel, thomas a. When we say, in jesus name, that is gods amen to us. Christianity in film is an examination of the treatment accorded to the christian tradition by the film industry. Say amen, somebody movie i was so impressed with all the singing, the high caliber and multifacited content of this film that i requested a copy for myself. The last word on hitler and the pope film the guardian. At least two dozen handclapping songs are featured within the film s joyous 100 minutes. Music somebody to love jefferson airplane song, 1967 somebody to love justin bieber song, 2010 somebody to love suzy bogguss song, 1998 somebody to love leighton meester song, 2009 somebody to love queen song, 1976 somebody to love onerepublic song, 2019 somebody to love, by big bang from the album tonight, 2011.
The documentary film, directed by george nierenberg, explores the lives. Dorsey, delois barrett campbell, willie mae ford smith, george t. Say amen somebody is a real gem say amen, somebody dvd for sale years ago the producer of film say amen somebody karen nierenberg, loaned me her video copy for viewing. The filmmaker has to be able to identify and find his subjects, win their confidence, follow them around, and then also find the technical skill to really capture what makes them special.
Long ago in grandmas day every body knew to pray theyd stay on their knees till they felt the touch from the mighty strong hand then theyd stand up and say i felt the burdens roll away if you were there you understood some body say amen chorus some body say amen some body say. Say amen, somebody was released on dvd by xenon pictures in 2001. The music in say amen, somebody is as exciting and uplifting as any music ive ever heard on film. Say amen, somebody original motion picture soundtrack. Say amen, somebody now that the faithful flock to churchrocking gospel music, the simple fourpart harmony of the four echoes, d.
Say amen somebody soundtrack 1983 the moviemusic store. He also starred in the films fame and stomp the yard. When fnow users make a purchase with their mastercards. No screenwriter could have captured this, and the film not only holds your. It is also one of the best musicals and one of the most interesting documentaries.
Dorsey, who wrote scores of gospel classics, including take my hand, precious lord and. Say amen, somebody 1982 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. In 1969, 400 poorly paid black women hospital workers in charleston, south carolina went on strike to demand union recognition and a wage increase, only to find themselves in confrontation with the national guard and the state government. The making of say amen, somebody, now gloriously restored. Nierenberg surveys gospel music, featuring mother willie mae ford smith and professor thomas a. Dorsey, willie mae ford smith and her longtime rival sallie martin, the barrett sisters, the oneal twins and zella jackson price. Say amen, somebody letterboxd social film discovery. Jack rizzo, ian bostick restoration artist, jason crump colorist and allen perkins. Thomas dorsey says at the beginning of the riveting 1983 documentary, say amen, somebody. But his work would be meaningless if the movie didnt convey the spirit of the people in it, and say amen, somebody does that with great and mighty joy. Listening to that in 1983, aretha franklins amazing grace in 1984,and. In jesus name, amen when we come to the end of our prayers and say the simple words, in jesus name, amen, we are really saying two amens. See all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Film to 4k digital restoration by metropolis post, new york.
Provided to youtube by cdbaby somebody say amen the reminders tender loud gravel. Amen is an exclamation point of hope after a prayer for help. The cd say amen, somebody is the soundtrack from the documentary of the same name. Institutional dvd purchase with 3year ppr and streaming. Dorsey and wille may fordsmith add insight as to the life and times of gospel musicians and singers of their era of gospel music. The soundtrack to say amen, somebody was my gateway drug, but it was.
One doesnt need to be an adherent to christianity or theism in order to see the virtues and talent on display here. Dorsey, a pioneering songwriter and pianist, and his popular associate, singer mother willie mae ford smith. Say amen, somebody 1982 is a documentary, music movie starring thomas dorsey and willie mae ford smith. At least two dozen handclapping songs are featured within the films joyous 100 minutes. The name of this ministry is the meaning of the word naturally. Mother willie may ford smith, who is 79, and professor dorsey, who is 83.
Say amen, somebody is a heartwarming and uplifting film that captures the lives and careers of some of gospel musics most luminous artists including thomas a. It is also one of the best musicals and one of the most interesting. Other artists spotlighted at work and at leisure include. Nierenberg centered his film around two pioneering gospel artists, rev. A film that builds strength as it progresses, george t.
The course will attempt to identify common themes and biases when representing christianity in film, as well as the unique perspective on the christian message that only film can bring. Thomas dorsey, willie mae ford, roberta martin are interviewed in the film, seen attending a gospel music convention and the like. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. Say amen, somebody the most joyful documentary ever made. Say amen, somebody is a movie to which even a tonedeaf atheist will say amen. He is known for his roles in prom night as ronnie heflin, and in in time as time keeper jaeger. Singers mother willie mae ford smith and professor thomas a. Its hard to keep still and quiet while watching say amen, somebody, a. Willie mae ford smith, thomas a dorsey, zella jackson price, the oneal twins, delois barrett campbell, the barrett sisters, mahalia jackson. Dorsey, delois barrett campbell, billie barrett greenbey. Say amen somebody soundtrack cd details and availability. Nierenberg, starts by introducing us to two pioneers of modern gospel.
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