Chapter & Verse (2017)

A Harlem Story

Chapter & Verse (2017) poster

Upon his return from serving a ten-year sentence in prison, reformed gang leader, S. Lance Ingram, struggles to adapt to a changed Harlem. Unable to use the technological skills he acquired in jail, Lance is forced to accept a position delivering meals for a local food bank. It is here that he befriends Ms. Maddy, 75, a past beauty with a irreverent and hardened shell to whom he delivers dinners. Through her, Lance finds hope, relearning the joys of life and living despite the outwardly bedeviled society in which they find themselves.

Director: Jamal Joseph
Genre: Drama, Crime
Runtime: 96 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: John Wakayama Carey
Editing: Joel Davenport
Production: The Harlem Film Company, The Bubble Factory
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $4M
Original Language: en

Themes

Brutal Prison Drama, Police Brutality, Justice, and Protest

Keywords

prisoner, police, gang leader, thief, criminal

Trailer

Chapter & Verse Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chapter & Verse about?
Upon his return from serving a ten-year sentence in prison, reformed gang leader, S. Lance Ingram, struggles to adapt to a changed Harlem. Unable to use the technological skills he acquired in jail, Lance is forced to accept a position delivering meals for a local food bank. It is here that he befriends Ms. Maddy, 75, a past beauty with a irreverent and hardened shell to whom he delivers dinners. Through her, Lance finds hope, relearning the joys of life and living despite the outwardly bedeviled society in which they find themselves.
Who directed Chapter & Verse?
Chapter & Verse was directed by Jamal Joseph.
Who stars in Chapter & Verse?
Chapter & Verse stars Daniel Beaty, Loretta Devine, Omari Hardwick, Selenis Leyva, Marc John Jefferies, Khadim Diop.
How long is Chapter & Verse?
Chapter & Verse has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
What genre is Chapter & Verse?
Chapter & Verse is a Drama, Crime film.
What is the budget of Chapter & Verse?
Chapter & Verse had a budget of $4M.
Where was Chapter & Verse produced?
Chapter & Verse was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of Chapter & Verse?
The themes of Chapter & Verse include: Brutal Prison Drama, Police Brutality, Justice, and Protest.