Angel Studios
Angel Studios includes a video streaming service, media company, and film distribution studio. The studio uses equity crowdfunding to finance original productions, offering individual investors opportunities to purchase shares in the company and its titles. Content produced by Angel Studios is distributed freely on their streaming service. Angel Studios emerged after bankruptcy reorganization from VidAngel. A year after bankruptcy, Angel Studios reports that it has $123 million in revenue.
Roma Downey Given Star next to husband Mark Burnett- Hollywood Walk of Fame
Roma Downey, star of TOUCHED BY AN ANGEL and producer of the biblical epics THE BIBLE miniseries, A.D. THE BIBLE CONTINUES and BEN-HUR has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Her star in the category of Television is next to that of her husband, Mark Burnett, executive producer of the top-rated TV programs SHARK TANK, THE VOICE and SURVIVOR.
Finding Good Streaming Choices
Streaming technologies are now superseding other forms of delivery of entertainment programming to screens around the world. The five major television networks via cable, satellite technologies are no longer the primary way of receiving good entertainment programs for families. Further, much TV programming, especially on primetime network television, which is of poor quality and content, is not appropriate or good for families. Streaming technologies now deliver most of the best options.
Trafalgar Releasing
As a subsidiary of Trafalgar Entertainment, Trafalgar Releasing is a global leader in event cinema distribution. Its worldwide operations include production, acquisition, marketing, and distribution of live or pre-recorded content to cinemas. Featuring live concerts, music documentaries, world-class opera, award-winning theatre, and more from leading names in entertainment, Trafalgar Releasing has repeatedly shattered event cinema box office records.
I Can Only Imagine
Dennis Quaid, Trace Adkins star in this true story behind MercyMe’s beloved hit song. Quaid gives one of his most powerful performances on screen in this movie. Running from a troubled home life and broken relationship, Bart Millard found escape in music. Hitting the road in a decrepit tour bus, Bart and his band MercyMe set out on an amazing journey. This is an uplifting, music-filled movie beautifully illustrating the power of forgiveness and God’s love. This interview with Millard inspires.
Unbroken, Path to Redemption
Unbroken, Path to Redemption begins where Angelina Jolie’s Unbroken ends. It presents Olympic athlete Louis Zamperini’s intense struggles and journey in finding faith, a relationship with Jesus Christ when he returned to the U.S. This heart-grabbing movie with good production values, has good acting and a strong ending. After Zamperini’s return from imprisonment in Japan during WWII, he struggles with PTSD that lead him to alcoholism, but he finds faith in Christ and transforming victory.
Run the Race
Run the Race deals with two brothers facing unbelievable odds with an unbreakable bond. It so enthralled actor Jake McEntire that he spent years persevering to get it onto theater screens. He wrote it, produced it, and even acted in it. Run the Race similarly attracted others, including brothers Tim and Robby Tebow. The Heisman Trophy winner and his brother read an early version of the script and decided to get actively involved as first-time feature film executive producers.
Sound of Freedom
This powerful movie is a growing rallying call to end human trafficking. It is not gratutious. It has great heart and hope. More and more movie theaters around the world are showing it. The acting is oustanding, especially that of Jim Caviezel. The cast and crew are people of great skill and character.
Dreamin' Wild
Dreamin’ Wild (Roadside Attractions) is a new movie that is especially needed today. It questions whether projects or people are more important. It is authentic and honest but engaging. It is a wonderfully inspirational movie based on a true story of love and redemption in an extended family. This PG-rated movie has no salacious or gratuitous elements. It is suitable for teens through older adults.
BOX OFFICE STUDY SHOWS MOVIES WITH CHRISTIAN, REDEMPTIVE VALUES EARN THE MOST
Movieguide (R) through their Annual Report to the Entertainment Industry by the Christian Film & Television Commission®has demonstrated for years throughout ongoing date collection that movies with Christian, Redemptive Values Earn the Most.
On a Wing and a Prayer
On a Wing and a Prayer is now available on Amazon Prime. See my interview with Karl Horstmann, one of the producers. https://fruitinthedesert.com/.../on-a-wing-and-a-prayer.../ Karl is also founder, director, and producer for Triple Horse Studios. Read the article to learn more about this studio and Karl's take on how and why redemptive movies are more and more viable. Thank you to David Ray Skinner to his wonderful work as editor for this article and for our magazine, Fruit in the Desert.
Fully Funded, Inklings Fellowship- Movieguide (R)
This is a wonderful opportunity from Movieguide (R), a program aimed to equip the next generation of Hollywood industry leaders. Selected fellows meet with, and be mentored by, working industry professionals and have since gone on to begin their own careers in this very unique industry. Inklings Fellows receive an unprecedented opportunity to live in Los Angeles, fully funded, for four months while they receive worldview training and mentorship from Hollywood industry leaders.
THE JOURNEY: A Music Special from Andrea Bocelli
This is a beautiful Fathom Event Palm Sunday-April 6. It combines world-class musical performances with thought-provoking conversations across the Italian countryside. Blind Bocelli, his wife Veronica, and friends travel on horseback along Italy’s Via Francigena for sacred, awe-inspiring musical performances in a variety of styles in Italy’s magnificent locations. The skill, range, diversity of the music, musicians are exceptional. The sound engineering, cinematography are excellent.
His Only Son
I recommend the following movie especially for church groups and those who want to see a contemplative, profound movie before Easter. HIS ONLY SON comes to theaters on March 31, 2023, just in time for the Easter season. It is a cinematic exploration of the story of Abraham, as his faith is tested on his three-day journey to sacrifice his son. The film is an honest, quiet exploration of scripture, challenging viewers to examine their own commitment to hearing and obeying God’s voice.
Biggest little Farm
Award-winning documentary film, The Biggest Little Farm, is a suspenseful, emotional true story of John and Molly Chester decide to build a dream farm outside of L.A. Audiences follow their daunting but fascinating eight-year journey of planting 10,000 orchard trees and over 200 different crops, as well as caring for animals of every kind which include an unforgettable pig, Emma, and her best friend, Greasy, the rooster.
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