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The Gathering

The Gathering

Jesus is coming... is He coming for you?

19982.50h 58m

Overview

Michael Carey's world turns upside-down when the successful marketing executive catches a glimpse of the near future. These visions could not come at a worse time for his marriage, his job or his friendships. Michael struggles to understand the meaning of the messages and must convince his loved ones that Jesus will soon return.

Directed by Danny Carrales
Written by Danny Carrales, Michael Martin
Produced by Danny Carrales
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Top Cast

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Daniel Kruse

Michael Carey

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Lori Staley

Lisa Carey

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Julie Jenny

Alex Mathews

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Kera O'Bryon

Amy

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Gary Payne

Gordon

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Joseph Marcus

Dustun Carey

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Bob Lauro

Pierce

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Jay Ribson

Bob

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Dan Vollmer

Doug

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Don White

Future Government Agent

Themes & Keywords

the raptureevangelical christianityreligious fundamentalismreligious persecutionlow budgetproselytizing

About The Gathering

The Gathering is a drama, fantasy, thriller film released in 1998 exploring themes of the rapture, evangelical christianity, religious fundamentalism, religious persecution, low budget, proselytizing. Directed by Danny Carrales, it stars Daniel Kruse, Lori Staley, Julie Jenny. Michael Carey's world turns upside-down when the successful marketing executive catches a glimpse of the near future. These visions could not come at a worse time for his marriage, his job or his friendships. Michael struggles to understand the meaning of the messages and must convince his loved ones that Jesus will soon return.

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