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Sister Act

Title: "Sister Act: A Hidden Gem of Comedy and Music"

"Sister Act" is a delightful and uplifting comedy film from 1992, starring the talented Whoopi Goldberg in the lead role of Deloris Van Cartier, who later becomes known as Sister Mary Clarence. The film also features the esteemed actress Dame Maggie Smith, who portrays the strict and formidable Mother Superior.

The story revolves around Deloris, a Reno lounge singer, who accidentally witnesses a mob murder. To protect her from the clutches of the mob's hitmen, she is hidden away by the police in a San Francisco convent, disguised as a nun. Life in the convent is a far cry from her glamorous lifestyle, and Deloris struggles to adjust to the strict rules and religious routines. However, it is the character of Mother Superior, played by Maggie Smith, who adds a layer of intrigue and conflict to the story. The stern and conventional Mother Superior is skeptical of Deloris's true intentions and is determined to limit her influence on the other nuns.

The plot thickens when Deloris, despite initial resistance, takes it upon herself to revitalize the convent's dwindling choir. Her unconventional methods and lively spirit bring a new energy to the choir, turning it into a sensation. The choir's newfound fame attracts media attention, leading to a TV interview where Deloris, now Sister Mary Clarence, is recognized by the mob. The film, with its perfect blend of comedy, music, and suspense, keeps the audience engaged till the end, revealing how Deloris and the nuns, with their newfound unity and strength, deal with the impending danger.

Sister Act is part of the Sister Act Collection.

Full Cast of Sister Act

Whoopi Goldberg as Deloris Van Cartier/Sister Mary Clarence

Whoopi Goldberg

as Deloris Van Cartier/Sister Mary Clarence

An American comedian, actress, singer-songwriter, political activist, and talk show host. Goldberg made her film debu...

Maggie Smith as Mother Superior

Maggie Smith

as Mother Superior

Dame Margaret Natalie Smith CH DBE (born 28 December 1934) is an English actress. She has had an extensive career on ...

Kathy Najimy as Sister Mary Patrick

Kathy Najimy

as Sister Mary Patrick

Kathy Ann Najimy (born February 6, 1957) is an American actress, most notable as Olive Massery on the television seri...

Wendy Makkena as Sister Mary Robert

Wendy Makkena

as Sister Mary Robert

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Wendy Makkena (born October 4, 1958) is an American actress.

Bill Nunn as Lt. Eddie Souther

Bill Nunn

as Lt. Eddie Souther

​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.   William G. "Bill" Nunn III (October 20, 1953-September 24, 2016) was an Am...

Ellen Albertini Dow as Choir Nun

Ellen Albertini Dow

as Choir Nun

Ellen Rose Albertini Dow (November 16, 1913 – May 4, 2015) was an American film and television character actress and ...

Pat Crawford Brown as Choir Nun

Pat Crawford Brown

as Choir Nun

Pat Crawford Brown (June 29, 1929 – July 2, 2019) was an American actress. Description above from the Wikipedia arti...

Beth Fowler as Choir Nun

Beth Fowler

as Choir Nun

Beth Fowler was born on November 1, 1940 and is currently 84 years old.

Jenifer Lewis as Michelle

Jenifer Lewis

as Michelle

Jenifer Jeanette Lewis (born January 25, 1957) is an American film and television actress and singer. She is one of ...

Jeremy Roberts as Biker #2

Jeremy Roberts

as Biker #2

Jeremy Roberts was born on September 18, 1954 and is currently 70 years old.

Jim Beaver as Clarkson

Jim Beaver

as Clarkson

James Norman "Jim" Beaver, Jr. (born August 12, 1950) is an American stage, film, and television actor, playwright, s...

Nicky Katt as Waiter

Nicky Katt

as Waiter

Nicholas Lea "Nicky" Katt  (born May 11, 1970 in North Dakota) is an American actor known for his role as unorthodox ...


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