The ‘Is God Is’ Ending Had People “Yelling” in Screenings — Just as Director Aleshea Harris Would Like It
Aleshea Harris makes her feature film debut with 'Is God Is,' an adaptation of her Pulitzer Prize finalist play. The film, which features a revenge narrative centered on twin sisters, has received critical acclaim, boasting a 97 percent freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Despite a modest opening weekend box office, the film has resonated with audiences, earning strong viewer scores.
- ▪Aleshea Harris's film 'Is God Is' is an adaptation of her Pulitzer Prize finalist play.
- ▪The film tells the story of twin sisters seeking revenge against their abusive father.
- ▪It has received a 97 percent freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
- ▪The film opened in about 1,500 theaters, earning $2.2 million over its opening weekend.
- ▪Harris's unique cinematic style has been well-received by audiences.
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From left: Kara Young and Mallori Johnson in 'Is God Is.' Patti Perret/Amazon MGM Studios Share on Facebook Share on X Google Preferred Share to Flipboard Show additional share options Share on LinkedIn Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Tumblr Share on Whats App Send an Email Print the Article Post a Comment [The following story contains spoilers from Is God Is.] A great playwright does not always make a great filmmaker, but Aleshea Harris proves the path is there. Making her feature screenwriting and directing debut with Is God Is, an adaptation of her play which was a Pulitzer Prize finalist, Harris is behind one of the year’s wildest and most acclaimed films, sitting at a 97 percent freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
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