In God We Tru$t is a satirical comedy film that was released in 1980. The film was directed by Marty Feldman, who also starred in the lead role of Brother Ambrose, a naive and innocent monk who has never left his monastery.
The plot of the movie revolves around Brother Ambrose's journey to raise $5,000 for his monastery, which is facing financial troubles. He travels to Hollywood to try and sell some of the monastery's shoddy wine to the rich and famous.
Along the way, Brother Ambrose encounters a number of eccentric characters, including a corrupt televangelist named Armageddon T. Thunderbird (played by Andy Kaufman), a conman named Dr. Sebastian Melmoth (played by Peter Boyle), and a seductive sex worker named Mary (played by Louise Lasser).
As Brother Ambrose navigates through the unfamiliar world of Hollywood, he begins to question his faith and beliefs. He also becomes the target of various schemes and scams, which lead him into dangerous situations.
Despite the challenges he encounters, Brother Ambrose remains determined to save his monastery and uphold his beliefs. In the end, he discovers that the $5,000 he needed was provided by a wealthy benefactor, and his journey was merely a test of his faith.
In God We Tru$t received mixed reviews upon its release but has since become a cult classic. The film features a number of notable comedic talents, including Andy Kaufman, Peter Boyle, and Richard Pryor, who makes a brief appearance as God.