description Sister Act Overview
Sister Act is a 1992 film centered on a former lounge singer who goes into protective custody and seeks refuge within a Catholic convent. The story involves her integration with the resident nuns, played by an ensemble cast including Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie Smith. It was directed by Emile Ardolino and written by Paul Rudnick.
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info Sister Act Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1992 |
help Sister Act FAQ
Who directed the 1992 comedy Sister Act?
The film was directed by Emile Ardolino and released by Touchstone Pictures. It features a star-studded ensemble cast led by Whoopi Goldberg as Deloris Van Cartier and Maggie Smith as the strict Reverend Mother.
What is the main plot of the movie Sister Act?
The story follows a Reno lounge singer who is placed in protective custody at a San Francisco convent after witnessing a mob crime. While hiding there, she revitalizes the struggling convent's choir with her secular musical talents.
Did Whoopi Goldberg return for the Sister Act sequel?
Yes, Goldberg reprised her role as Deloris in the 1993 sequel, "Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit." The follow-up movie features a young Lauryn Hill as one of the troubled Catholic school students she helps.
What real-life church was used for filming Sister Act?
While the movie is set in San Francisco, California, much of the film was actually shot in Southern California. The interior scenes of the convent were largely filmed on soundstages to accommodate the large choir performances.
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