Review of First Sunday (2008) by Malik G — 13 Sep 2008

I was completely disappointed. They wasted two good actors (Katt and Ice Cube).

This review of First Sunday (2008) was written by Malik G on 13 Sep 2008.

First Sunday has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Alec S (131) on 28 Jun 2010

I loved this KAtt Williams was hilarious here and also Ice Cube did a good job. Ohh White Jesus! lol loved it…

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By Shawn L (233) on 17 Apr 2010

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By Joshua Starnes (554) for ComingSoon.net (2,031) on 22 Mar 2011

First Sunday isn't an out and out bad film, but to be a good one it would need to either greatly raise the dramatic steaks, or push its comedic…

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By Kale B (4) on 14 May 2011

The script drags on forever, the acting is (generally) unconvincing, the jokes are crappy…

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By Brian Lowry (913) for Variety (12,700) on 26 Feb 2015

A near-claustrophobic comedy that manages to be both predictable and preachy. Solid actors in supporting roles offer minor redemption…

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By Courtney H (166) on 22 Apr 2012

A wonderful comedy,that made me want to go back to church…

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By R.l. D (1) on 16 Jun 2011

Great movie, jokes in the right place. cant expect a movie in a church to be laughs throughout. but funny movie, great story…

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By Rebecca R (481) on 24 Apr 2012

OMG!! This was hilarious. I rented it and wished I would have caught this one on the big screen…

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By Brandon V (674) on 06 Mar 2011

Tracy Morgan is always funny. The problem is, First Sunday is just way too tired and retread to be inspirational…

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By A.o. Scott (2,100) for The New York Times (9,847) on 23 May 2013

First Sunday sometimes feels more like a script read-through than like an actual movie, but its warmth is likely to carry you through the stretches…

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