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The Apostle

1997 · 134 min Drama
6.3 / 10 · TMDB

After his happy life spins out of control, a preacher from Texas changes his name, goes to Louisiana and starts preaching on the radio.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1997
Country United States of America
Genre Drama
Director Robert Duvall
Runtime 134 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.3/10 (151 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film doesn't rush. It trusts the viewer — gives time to inhabit the characters, understand what's really happening. Direction here serves the actors rather than overwhelming them.

This film doesn't entertain — it speaks. If you're ready for that, it'll leave a mark. If not — it'll seem slow.

A good choice for those who value subtle direction and honest performance.

Director: Robert Duvall

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: Unhurried, on a weekday evening. Put down the phone, let the film work.

🎭 Cast

Robert Duvall

Robert Duvall

Euliss Dewey

Farrah Fawcett

Farrah Fawcett

Jessie Dewey

Miranda Richardson

Miranda Richardson

Toosie

John Beasley

John Beasley

Brother Blackwell

Walton Goggins

Walton Goggins

Sam

Billy Bob Thornton

Billy Bob Thornton

Troublemaker

June Carter Cash

June Carter Cash

Mrs. Dewey Sr.

Billy Joe Shaver

Billy Joe Shaver

Joe

Rick Dial

Rick Dial

Elmo

Todd Allen

Todd Allen

Horace

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