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Dogma
1999 130 min United States of America R 16+
★7.3
Fantasy, Comedy, Adventure
Director: Kevin Smith
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Description
An abortion clinic worker with a special heritage is called upon to save the existence of humanity from being negated by two renegade angels trying to exploit a loophole and reenter Heaven.
Budget:
$10M
US Gross:
$32.85M
Worldwide:
$33.54M
Starring
Ben Affleck
Actor
Matt Damon
Actor
Linda Fiorentino
Actor
Awards
Razzie Awards 2000
— Worst Supporting Actress
Key opinion
Dogma is a polarizing religious satire that blends irreverent, lowbrow humor with surprisingly deep theological inquiry. While supporters praise its bold, provocative writing and strong performances, critics often find the mix of crude gags and religious subject matter jarring or offensive.
| Acting | Alan Rickman’s performance as the Archangel Metatron is widely considered a highlight, utilizing his distinct voice and screen presence to anchor the film. | |
| Acting | The ensemble cast—including Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, and Chris Rock—is consistently lauded for their chemistry and commitment to their idiosyncratic roles. | |
| Theme | The film utilizes provocative satire to critique institutional rigidity and dogmatism rather than faith itself, offering a thoughtful perspective for those willing to look past the surface. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is a divisive blend; some find the juxtaposition of profound theological discussion and crude toilet humor brilliant, while others find it jarring, uneven, and immature. | |
| Humor | Opinions on the comedy are split: proponents see it as clever and biting, while detractors find it to be vulgar, predictable, and a distraction from the film's more ambitious ideas. |