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In Is God Is, two sisters embark on an epic quest for revenge, confronting a charged family history that will push them to extraordinary lengths. The film is Aleshea Harris' directorial debut and is based on Harris' adaptation of her award-winning play of the same name.
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Stylistically freewheeling and fueled by righteous fury, Is God Is is a blistering revenge thriller executed with superb directorial confidence by Aleshea Harris.

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A boldly original work that blazes down the road less traveled, Is God Is unfurls as a compelling and ferocious poem on sisterhood.

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Coleman Spilde Salon.com May 20
Harris’ debut is reliably story-driven. And though it boasts excellent character work, one gets the sense that Harris wrote this as a means to an end. Go to Full Review Soraya Nadia McDonald Pop Culture Happy Hour (NPR Podcast) May 20
There's an ambivalence with this one, but also a heartbreak that I think makes it that much more unsettling when you walk out. Go to Full Review Richard Brody The New Yorker May 19
If the results are longer on action than on substance, they’re nonetheless harrowing and haunting. Go to Full Review Megan Kearns InSession Film 1d
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"I love the sisters dynamic, how it's full of feminine rage and that is has distinctive visual style." Go to Full Review Carla Renata The Curvy Film Critic 3d
Is God Is is a contemplative cinematic experience of Black through relationships, domestic violence and revenge at its core is  beautifully executed by woman who is hell bent on changing the narrative on how we are seen, devoured and ingested on film. Go to Full Review Mae Abdulbaki Pajiba 3d
It’s caught between righteous anger and a sharp pain that is so powerfully felt. Harris handles them with a deft hand, expertly oscillating between both. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Wendy 20h I didn't like the ending. See more Daniel B 21h Great writing and wonderful performances elevate this movie beyond standard fare revenge flick into a possible Oscar contender. Chemistry between the two leads is excellent and Erika Alexander and Sterling K Brown turn in great supporting turns. See more Valentina R 2d Movie was great! Very good acting See more T 2d This story had humor, drama, and action and somehow it all fit perfectly. Honestly, horror as well and that was the cherry on an already amazing cake. Great acting and the cinematography enhanced the entire experience. See more T Deb 3d This movie❣️❣️❣️ That's all I have as there are no words to describe my level of enjoyment! Aaaand you get quite a few laughs. Yeah, this movie is IT. Go see it. PeriodT! See more Sean W 3d This movie has to be digested afterward, to recognize what it is beyond great, to what it means beyond mirror, and what it proves as a story is seared in memory. I have to find the words but this has me provoked in thought and reframing my memory of its meanings and layers. See more Read all reviews
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Aleshea Harris

Director

Kara Young

Racine

Mallori Johnson

Anaia

Vivica A. Fox

Ruby

Janelle Monáe

Angie

Sterling K. Brown

Man

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Synopsis In Is God Is, two sisters embark on an epic quest for revenge, confronting a charged family history that will push them to extraordinary lengths. The film is Aleshea Harris' directorial debut and is based on Harris' adaptation of her award-winning play of the same name.
Director
Aleshea Harris
Producer
Tessa Thompson, Kishori Rajan, Riva Marker, Janicza Bravo, Aleshea Harris
Screenwriter
Aleshea Harris
Distributor
Amazon MGM Studios
Production Co
Orion Pictures, Linden, Viva Maude, CYRK
Rating
R (Language|Strong/Bloody Violence)
Genre
Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
May 15, 2026, Wide
Runtime
1h 39m
Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1