About the film
Act of God is a 2009 English-language documentary film directed by Jennifer Baichwal. The film investigates the metaphysical effects of being struck by lightning, making lightning experience and its possible meaning the central focus. It runs for 75 minutes and is associated with France and the United Kingdom.
Jennifer Baichwal is also listed as the maker, with Daniel Iron named as producer. Identified as a documentary film, Act of God offers a focused subject rather than a broad survey: it considers what being struck by lightning may mean on a metaphysical level. The entry’s details provide the year, runtime, countries, language, director, maker, and producer for readers deciding whether this investigation fits their documentary interests.
Who it is for
It suits viewers interested in documentaries about lightning experiences and metaphysical questions. Its focused subject and 75-minute runtime may also suit classroom or discussion settings.
Worth knowing
- Investigates metaphysical effects
- 75-minute runtime
- Directed by Jennifer Baichwal
- English-language film
- France and United Kingdom production
Before you press play
- Focuses specifically on lightning strikes
- Released in 2009
- Metaphysical subject may be specialized
The short of it
Act of God takes a concentrated look at the metaphysical effects associated with being struck by lightning. Jennifer Baichwal’s direction and the 75-minute format define a focused documentary experience.