Hallelujah
Seen it?1929 | 100 min | Music, Drama
Saturday Specialearly ratingWhy it’s a Saturday Special
It earned strong reviews (86% on Rotten Tomatoes), despite a box office flop. A strong pick for the weekend.
Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.Is it for you?
- Who'll love it
- Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved One Night in Miami..., start here.
- The mood
- Thoughtful and character-driven.
- The pace
- Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 40 min.
- What might put you off
- Made in 1929: an older pace and style.
A black laborer turns preacher after accidentally killing a man.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
86% on Rotten Tomatoes
- AudiencesNot counted
Not measured yet: not enough ratings
- AwardsBelow par
Nominated for 1 Oscar.
- Reach & staying powerWeak
Streaming release that reached a small audience so far
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
About 5K people sought it out in the past year, and interest is climbing
Trailer
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Cast & crew
Directed by King Vidor
- Daniel L. HaynesZeke
- Nina Mae McKinneyChick
- William FountaineHot Shot
- Harry GrayPappy "Parson" Johnson
- Fanny Belle DeKnightMammy
- Everett McGarritySpunk
- Victoria SpiveyMissy Rose
- Milton DickersonJohnson Kid
- Robert CouchJohnson Kid
- Walter TaitJohnson Kid