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God's Club

God's Club

Representation Score

1.2/10

Minimal

2016

Director

Jared Cohn

Runtime

90 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

God's Club is a conventional drama that upholds traditional social and religious hierarchies. The plot focuses on a male protagonist's struggle to maintain a faith-based community in a small Vermont town. The film lacks complexity, prioritizing a singular moral framework and a homogeneous demographic. It serves as an uplifting tale of traditional values without challenging social norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does God's Club have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The film does not include any LGBTQ+ characters or those with non-traditional gender identities. The story revolves around religious conflicts.

How does God's Club portray gender?

Limited

The story centers on Michael Evens, a male protagonist who navigates grief and leadership. His wife's legacy drives the plot, but the male lead retains primary ability to act.

How racially and ethnically diverse is God's Club?

Limited

Set in a small Vermont community, the film suggests a homogeneous social environment. There is no indication of a diverse cast or efforts to challenge historical norms.

How does God's Club represent religion and culture?

Minimal

The narrative portrays religious institutions and traditional values as sources of unity. It promotes a singular moral framework without critiquing established religious structures.

Does God's Club include disability representation?

Minimal

The film explores emotional grief but lacks specific representation of physical or neurodivergent disabilities as central narrative elements.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a clear, focused exploration of faith-based community strength and unity.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks LGBTQ+ representation and diverse racial or ethnic casting.
  • Relies on traditional gender roles, centering ability to act almost exclusively on the male protagonist.
  • Lacks engagement with disability representation or neurodivergent perspectives.

Official Synopsis

Following his wife’s death, public high-school teacher Michael Evens re-launches the Bible Club she originally founded. When upset parents cite the separation of church and state and want the group disbanded, a passionate dispute erupts and threatens to destroy their small Vermont community. With his job, personal relationships and even his faith on the line, Michael must make tough decisions about the things that matter most. Corbin Bernsen and Lorenzo Lamas also star in this uplifting tale of strength, unity and love.

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