Say Amen, Somebody

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1983· George T. Nierenberg· 100 min
DocumentaryDrama

The pioneers of modern Black gospel music — Thomas Dorsey and Mother Willie Mae Ford Smith — are celebrated in joyous performance and intimate conversation.

Why watch: Features Thomas Dorsey, the Father of Gospel Music, singing in his backyard. Sold out its New York Film Festival debut.
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Cast

Thomas Dorsey as Himself
Willie Mae Ford Smith as Herself

Crew

George T. Nierenberg — Director
George T. Nierenberg — Producer
Karin Vaerenberg — Producer
Edward Lachman — Director of Photography
Don Lenzer — Director of Photography
Paul Barnes — Editor

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