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'Stay Prayed Up' movie about North Carolina gospel group The Branchettes to be released in June

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  Los Angeles, CA.  –  Stay Prayed Up ,   a documentary of harmony, fellowship, and a “church gospel noisy crew” is poised to release in limited theaters June 17, 2022, followed by a home entertainment launch on Apple TV and Google Play in July.   The only thing mightier than Lena Mae Perry's electrifying voice is her faith.  She's spent the last 50 years sharing and sharpening both as the steadfast bandleader of The Branchettes, a legendary North Carolina gospel group that has packed churches throughout the South and lifted hearts as far away as Ireland.   Stay Prayed Up  is a spirited celebration, inviting audiences into "Mother" Perry's close-knit community as the 83-year-old strives to extend The Branchettes' sacred song ministry ever forward.  The film follows The Branchettes as they record their first live album, a hallmark in the canon of Black gospel groups.  TRAILER   Through shared prayer, laughter, and praise, this "...