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The Apostle

1997, Movie, PG-13, 148 mins

APOSTLE, THE
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Southern Gothic, but without the usual sleaze. That's the best way to characterize this leisurely tale of faith, human frailty and second chances, written, directed and produced by and starring Robert Duvall. Duvall stars as a Texas-based Pentecostal preacher who's in the midst of a crisis: His wife (Farrah Fawcett) wants a divorce. She's taken up with younger man Horace (Todd Allen), also a minister, and together they've appropriated Sonny's congregation. Read the complete review for The Apostle
Year: 1997
Rated PG-13

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Cast
Robert Duvall: Euliss "Sonny" Dewey--The Apostle E.F.
Farrah Fawcett: Jessie Dewey
Miranda Richardson: Toosie
Billy Bob Thornton: Troublemaker
June Carter Cash: Mrs. Dewey Sr.
Billy Joe Shaver: Joe

 

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