Holy Tremor (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 2017, Holy Tremor is a music and documentary film directed by Bárbara Wagner, running about 20 minutes.
What it’s about. Brazil. Historically Pernambuco state in the country’s northeast was characterised agriculturally by the sugarcane industry. Today there is a new sector in the economy: various evangelical Christian groups are on the rise. The mantra of the evangelicals, who have gained an ever-increasing influence in Brazilian society over the past years, is the attainment of improvements in one’s personal and economic situations through adherence to an extreme religious practice. In Brazil the evangelicals have established themselves as a growing political power over the past years. They control segments of the media and preach hate and intolerance towards homosexuality and other creeds. HOLY TREMOR focuses on a young generation of priests, producers and singers who hail from a rural area and make gospel music. Wagner and de Burca take into account the environment of the protagonists in order to make ethics, morality and life visible in an aesthetic agglomeration.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Holy Tremor has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Holy Tremor page.
If you liked it. Fans of Holy Tremor tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Holy Tremor (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Holy Tremor change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Holy Tremor worth watching?
- Holy Tremor holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Holy Tremor released?
- Holy Tremor was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 20 minutes.