First Reformed (2017)

Synopsis:

Ex military chaplain Toller (Ethan Hawke) is tortured by the loss of the son he encouraged to enlist, and struggles with his faith. A faith that’s challenged befriending a radical environmentalist, Michael (Philip Ettinger), and upon learning of his church’s complicity with unscrupulous corporations. When Michael unexpectedly commits suicide, Toller decides to continue and set in motion Michael’s perilous plan during a gathering of corporate heads at his church’s historic reconsecration. A mission that may finally restore the faith and purpose he so longs for…Amanda Seyfried plays the role of Michael’s wife who’s also a member of the church.

Actors:

Amanda Seyfried, Ethan Hawke, Cedric the Entertainer, Michael Gaston, Van Hansis, Philip Ettinger, Victoria Hill, Satchel Eden Bell, Gary Lee Mahmoud, Ronald Peet, Kristin Villanueva, Elanna White, Bill Hoag, Frank Rodriguez, Michael Metta, Frankie Verroca, Krystina Alabado, Jon Rua, Joseph Anthony Jerez, Mahaleia Gray

Directors:

Paul Schrader

Year:

2017

Studio:

A24

Genres:

Thrillers, Religious & Spiritual Dramas

Format details

BBFC:

Classification is to be confirmed by the British Board of Film Classification

Released in Cinema:

18/05/2018

Run Time:

113 minutes