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Norman Steinberg (written by) &
Richard Christian Matheson (written by)
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2004 (USA) more
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Televangelist Bobby Paradise "saw God" in some space debris when he was returning to Earth as an astronaut... more | add synopsis
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The man who would have a TV ministry. more (6 total)
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(Cast overview, first billed only) | David Strathairn | ... | Reverend Bobby Paradise |
 | Barbara Hershey | ... | Elizabeth Paradise |
 | Kirk Acevedo | ... | Manny Marquez |
 | Anita Barone | ... | Sammi |
 | Vivienne Benesch | ... | Alison Paradise |
 | Patrick Flueger | ... | Luke Paradise |
 | James LeGros | ... | Matthew Paradise |
 | Kiersten Warren | ... | Grace Paradise |
 | Elaine Stritch | ... | Isabella |
 | James Gammon | ... | Old cowboy |
 | Rick Hoffman | ... | Clark Cavanaugh |
 | Shea Whigham | ... | Jeremiah Alcott |
 | Richard T. Jones | ... | Senator Michael Linney |
| Haley Fife | ... | Susanna |
 | Maxx Payne | ... | XL |
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Rated R for language, some sexual content and brief drug use.
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Frank Pierson's "Paradise" is an interesting look at the business of organized religion. In fact, it shows a man, at the center of the story, that may well be a fake.
An astronaut turned evangelist? Well, anything is possible. Bobby Paradise found salvation on his way back to earth. Bobby Paradise and his family are a success story. They live the life of privilege. We see the mansion, the luxury which probably stick out in sharp contrast with the life his followers lead. One wonders how can they justify this life style, which seems to be the norm for most of the people in this business.
The film's main interest is generated by its stars. David Strathairn, who brings an integrity to everything he does. Barbara Hershey, one of the best actresses in the business, who alas, is not seen much these days. And of course, Elaine Stritch is delightful playing a matriarch that loves her drinking.
While the film doesn't answer any questions about the subject of TV evangelism, it's not a total waste because of the cast and the direction.