First Sunday
"A devotional portrait of the first post-quarantine service in America’s oldest Black church"
Released 5 years ago in 2021. First Sunday is a documentary film. directed by Rodney Lucas. At just 5 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
In this film, Pastor George of First African Baptist Church lends us his wisdom and experience of leading a congregation through the most turbulent year in living history. “I admired everything about that man, from his shoes to how he kissed my grandmother's hand,” says Lucas. “When Covid first hit, the cloud of isolation, ironically, drove me to reconnect with a place where Black folks have always found solace and care; our churches.”
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Nowness
- Southside Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is First Sunday about?
In this film, Pastor George of First African Baptist Church lends us his wisdom and experience of leading a congregation through the most turbulent year in living history. “I admired everything a...
Who directed First Sunday?
First Sunday was directed by Rodney Lucas.
How long is First Sunday?
First Sunday has a runtime of 0 hours and 5 minutes (5 minutes total).
When was First Sunday released?
First Sunday was released on April 5, 2021 in theaters.