On Earth as It Is in Heaven

On Earth as It Is in Heaven

1995 · 95 min · ★ 5.7 · Comedy

Matacanes dies and goes to heaven just to discover that it was not as he expected, and everyone there is revolutionized lately. Peter explains that God was concerned about the progress of the world, and decided to send a second son to Earth. However, Jesus hears and does not agree, as they would have to rewrite history.

Directed by José Luis Cuerda · Written by José Luis Cuerda

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