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What Would Jesus Buy?

An examination of the commercialization of Christmas in America while following Reverend Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping Gospel Choir on a cross-country mission to save Christmas from the Shopocalypse (the end of humankind from consumerism, over-consumption and the fires of eternal debt.)

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“What Would Jesus Buy?” is a satirical documentary that follows performance activist Reverend Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping as they take a cross-country road trip to protest consumerism and over-commercialization during the holiday season. The film raises questions about the true meaning of Christmas and the impact of consumer culture.

Director: Rob VanAlkemade
Writers: Sangeeta Samsera Sharma • Rob VanAlkemade
Stars: Adetola Abiade • Paul Allen • Paul Norman Allen
1h 31m
PG-13
2007
DocumentarySatire
Christmas, Consumerism, Culture, Satire, Shopping
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This film reflects the Madison Media Fund’s commitment to promoting critical thinking about cultural and societal values. It uses humor to challenge viewers to reconsider the role of consumerism in their lives, especially during significant holidays.

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