The Book of Clarence

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The Book of Clarence

PG-13

Released Jan 12

2h 9m

Comedy

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Streetwise but down-on-his-luck, Clarence (LaKeith Stanfield) is struggling to find a better life for his family, while fighting to free himself of debt. Captivated by the power and glory of the rising Messiah and His apostles, he risks everything to carve his own path to a divine life, and ultimately discovers that the redemptive power of belief may be his only way out.

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Critics Consensus

The Book of Clarence makes light work of some heavy subject matter, with undeniably entertaining -- albeit uneven -- results.

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Audience Says

The Book of Clarence puts a solidly funny spin on Biblical themes, but don't be surprised if it also makes you cry before it's done -- and think long after you leave the theater.

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Christina Newland

iNews.co.uk

Like the fake messiah at its centre, The Book of Clarence has rollicking, lively energy – but it’s hard to believe in.

Rated: 3/5

Sep 17, 2024

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Danny Leigh

Financial Times

A raucous stoner comedy dressed as an earnest Bible story, or actually the other way around.

Rated: 3/5

Apr 22, 2024

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Helen O'Hara

Empire Magazine

With a cast this talented there will always be decent moments, but they never cohere. Credit for its casting and design, but it’s not the movie messiah, just a very disappointing mess.

Rated: 2/5

Apr 22, 2024

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Justin Brown

Medium Popcorn

I didn't connect with this at all. While I did enjoy parts of the first act, this overlong movie turned me off midway through and never won me back.

Rated: 1/5

Sep 25, 2024

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Brandon Collins

Medium Popcorn

Inconsistent tone and slow pacing dilute the talent onscreen. Even with a solid payout in the end and a solid performance by LaKeith Stanfield, this film's vision is too clouded to enjoy.

Rated: 2/5

Sep 25, 2024

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Clotilde Chinnici

Loud and Clear Reviews

All things considered, I enjoyed The Book of Clarence, a film that plays with the convention of its genre, innovating and envisioning what a biblical epic film can look like in 2023

Rated: 3.5/5

Sep 14, 2024

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Josh

I would watch any movie a cast like this is involved in. Very entertaining from beginning to end. A must watch!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

10/11/24

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Barbara C

enjoyable satire. but careful for those who do not realize it is satire and think it is the biblical truth

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/23/24

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Teresa W

This was funny and fresh. it moved.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/02/24

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Diane

I would not recommend it Some have said every person should see. the movie, I ask WHY. It a disrespect to THE CROSS

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

02/19/24

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Adrian Smith

It really talking about my story

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/18/24

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Rafi M

Fun and interesting take, but I wish the end had been less about faith assurance…

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/11/24

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Jeymes Samuel

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Clarence

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Synopsis

Streetwise but down-on-his-luck, Clarence (LaKeith Stanfield) is struggling to find a better life for his family, while fighting to free himself of debt. Captivated by the power and glory of the rising Messiah and His apostles, he risks everything to carve his own path to a divine life, and ultimately discovers that the redemptive power of belief may be his only way out.

Director: Jeymes Samuel
Producer: Jeymes Samuel, Jay-Z, James Lassiter, Tendo Nagenda
Screenwriter: Jeymes Samuel
Distributor: TriStar Pictures
Production Co: Legendary Pictures
Rating: PG-13 (Smoking|Drug Use|Some Suggestive Material|Strong Language|Strong Violence)
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 12, 2024, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Feb 6, 2024
Box Office (Gross USA): $6.1M
Runtime: 2h 9m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital, Dolby Atmos

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