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Closer to GOD
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Closer to GOD

2019-05-21 · 77 min · ★ 8.0

Drama

This modern day Job like tale of an up and coming Christian lawyer who has come a long way from the streets of his childhood. He and his family are faced with several tests to their faith including betrayal, success, death and greed.

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Directors
Keenan Jamelle Robinson
Production companies
Inspirational Life Films
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Justin Fisher
Marvin Fisher
Shanika Gillespie
Kyle Jarrett
Shawnte Keever

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