Preacher Carlton Pearson (Chiwetel Ejiofor) wrestles with the pull of organized religion and divine belief in Netflix’s superb new film “Come Sunday.” Equal parts religious meditation and institutional indictment, Joshua Marston continues his streak of exceptional films, beginning with 2004’s “Maria Full of Grace” and, more recently, “Complete Unknown.” Buoyed by exceptional performances by Ejiofor, Jason Segel, and notably, Lakeith Stanfield, “Come Sunday” is a film that should not be missed.

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Despite being at the tail end of the month, the conversation regarding upcoming films is likely going to be dominated by the latest Marvel entry, “Avengers: Infinity War,” and for good reason, as it’s the beginning of the culmination of a decade of unprecedented work by the studio. Luckily, for those superhero-averse (or simply fatigued) despite it carrying loudest surrounding dialogue, it’s hardly the only one worth talking about.

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“Come Sunday” is an interesting film to come from Netflix. While the streaming service is gaining headlines for throwing truckloads of money at television producers, and betting big on high-profile films with name recognition, they also seem to be releasing smaller, more personal films, like “Come Sunday,” that are the real gems people should be excited about. In the trailer for “Come Sunday,” we see exactly why Netflix purchased this film, and why the streaming giant is the perfect destination for this project.

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It’s the new year which means, there’s no rest for the wicked and the Sundance Film Festival is upon us. It’s funny how January is known as a dead time for movies — and it is for mainstream films — but in the realm of independent cinema, the first month of the year is that time when filmmakers are cramming to finish their Sundance-bound pictures.

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And the diverse, eclectic Sundance lineup runs the gamut.

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Robert Redford Will Preach In Jonathan Demme's 'Come Sunday,' Vincent Cassel Joins 'Great Mystical Circus' & More

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