Jean-Claude LaMarre Movies

A man of God finds that life can have its fair share of surprises in this religious comedy directed by and starring Jean-Claude LaMarre. Pastor Jones (LaMarre)' mentor and spiritual advisor has just passed away. In saying goodbye to his longtime friend, Pastor Jones makes the shocking discovery that the dearly departed was in fact his biological father. Of course this shocking revelation opens the floodgates for a whole series of surprises, including the fact Pastor Jones also has a pair of half-sisters. After becoming the pastor of his father's church, the humble holy man embarks on a sincere mission to sort out his family relations. Meanwhile, congregation member Dr. Wilkins (Sid Burston), a longtime supporter of the church, schemes to spend millions on the construction of a lavish new cathedral. Perhaps with a little luck, Pastor Jones will prove capable of summoning the spiritual strength needed to ensure that good triumphs over evil. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

This comedy drama focuses on the trials and tribulations that a family goes through, always reconnecting over Sunday dinner. As a mother and father observe the sometimes difficult events of their grown children's lives, they have to pick when and where to become involved. From Alex, who opened a failed restaurant with her husband Sam, to Robert Jr. who's just welcomed a new baby into the world, the dinner table sees its share of laughter and tears, but over time each family member learns that they depend on each other to get through it - even when they're at each other's throats. ~ Cammila Albertson, All Movie Guide

The religious drama Pastor Jones: Samuel and Delia concerns a pastor who finds himself losing faith as he struggles with earthly temptations. Soon his life takes a turn for the worse, but redemption can be found in the most unexpected places. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

An aspiring R&B singer finds her priorities suddenly shifting after becoming the target of an attempted rape. Sterling (Christina Johnson) was an ambitious Mississippi vocalist who packed her bags for Los Angeles with little more than a hope and a prayer. Upon arriving in the big city Sterling simply scrapes by living in her car, though fate deals her a kind hand in the form of a change meeting with talented young record producer Nate (Dylan Mooney). Over the course of the next few months, Sterling and Nate form a formidable team in the studio as the talented singer befriends Nate's beautiful girlfriend Freesia (Yvette Saunders) and becomes the toast of the town. Eventually, Sterling marries a handsome R&B singer and lands the record deal that she always dreamed about. Just when it seems as if her life couldn't get any better, however, tragedy strikes. One night, as Sterling and Nate are working in the studio together, the obsessed producer attempts to sexually assault his longtime partner. In the aftermath of the violent attack, Sterling suddenly realizes that she has been given a precious gift, and that she should use that gift to sing the praises of the almighty lord. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Director Kevin Du Toit pays tribute to the day that most men and women dream about with this romantic comedy tracing the relationships between four black women and the men they long to marry. Finding that special someone can take a lifetime, so it's always important to make good choices while attempting to find a mate. In this comic look at the foibles of modern romance, viewers are invited to laugh along as a group of marriage-minded women endure a series of common complications while en route to the alter. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

When a handsome young pastor arrives to lead a new congregation, the daughters of the former pastor both compete to win his affections in this religious drama from director Jean Claude Lamarre. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

A happily engaged couple struggles with temptation and personal beliefs on their way to the alter while discovering that their actions could have greater consequences than they ever anticipated. Ansel and Lauren are in premarital counseling when Lauren announces that she is abstaining from sex until her wedding day. Later, when Ansel begins working alongside a beautiful colleague named Bre, temptation threatens to derail his marriage plans and destroy his relationship with Lauren. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Jean Claude LaMarre's Pastor Jones concerns a woman who, after being inspired by a sermon from the title character, leaves her abusive husband. The pastor provides her with a place to stay and a job, causing some parishioners to gossip about their relationship. Her husband is at first incensed about her leaving, but he also gets some wisdom and grace after being exposed to one of the pastor's sermons. They are able to reconcile, thanks in large part to Pastor Jones. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

Hot gossip and cool hairdos sit side-by-side in this independent comedy-drama. Nora (Jenifer Lewis) is the owner of her own hair salon in an African-American community in Los Angeles, and she watches over her "family" of employees, as well as an assortment of friends, relatives, and regular customers. Lilleana (Tatyana Ali) is a new employee at the salon who is trapped in an abusive relationship with her husband Bennie (Bobby Brown). Chloe (Tamala Jones) is a hair stylist who has aspirations of making it into show biz. Ming (Lucille Soong) does manicures and isn't very good at minding her temper or hiding her opinions. And Devin (Jean-Claude LaMarre) is a gay man who is feeling uncertain about his relationship with his boyfriend, Delicious (Donn Swaby). Hip-hop stars Lil' Kim and Pras also appear in supporting roles. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

The debut feature from writer/director/actor Jean-Claude LaMarre, Higher Ed stars rapper/actor Pras as Ed Green, a young track star from New York who jumps at the opportunity to accept a scholarship to a quaint Southern college. Unfortunately for Ed, his big-city problems follow him to his new small-town life. Also starring Aries Spears, Hill Harper, and Leila Arcieri, Higher Ed premiered at the 2001 Urbanworld Film Festival. ~ Matthew Tobey, All Movie Guide

In this sequel to the fifth-season episode "Coma," Larry Miller reprises the role of sleazy former comedy-club owner Michael Dobson. Having been acquitted of murdering his first wife, Dobson ends up the prime suspect when his second wife is killed while jogging in Central Park. Determined to nail Dobson once and for all, the detectives and the D.A.'s office hitch their hopes to a Columbian coin which has been illegally used as a subway token. ~ Hal Erickson, All Movie Guide