Title: Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.
Year: 2022
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Rating: 4.9
Cast: Regina Hall, Sterling K. Brown, Nicole Beharie, Conphidance, Austin Crute
Description: A gilded cage of faith and hypocrisy, that’s the breathtakingly rendered world of “Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.” This isn’t just a satire; it’s a surgical dissection of performative piety, expertly wielded by Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown, whose performances are as captivating as they are unsettling. The film masterfully navigates the treacherous terrain of religious trauma, exploring the devastating fallout of unchecked ambition and the insidious nature of self-deception within a seemingly unshakeable institution. Director Adamma Ebo uses vibrant visuals and darkly comedic moments to underscore the profound emotional core of the story. The sharp script doesn’t shy away from uncomfortable truths, forcing the audience to confront their own complicity in the systems that enable such hypocrisy. While laced with humor, the film leaves a lingering unease, a testament to its powerful exploration of faith, power, and the human capacity for both immense grace and devastating failure. "Honk for Jesus" is not just a movie; it's a necessary conversation.