Get ready for Easter by taking your family to see FORTY-SEVEN DAYS WITH JESUS! Yoshi Barrigas and Catherine Lidstone from "The Chosen" star in this film about a disconnected family who finds hope and unity through a cinematic retelling of Jesus’ final 47 days on Earth. Featuring original music, "Forty-Seven Days with Jesus" brings the Easter story to life and reminds us of The Gospel’s enduring impact.
"Forty-Seven Days with Jesus" will be in theaters ONLY on March 11, 12, and 14! BUY TICKETS here!
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My Review: Just in time for Palm Sunday and Easter, "Forty-Seven Days with Jesus" gives a unique twist with both real-time and flashbacks to the final days of Jesus.
A workaholic husband is neglecting his marriage and family. The family patriarch has serious health issues. With the backdrop of an Easter weekend get-together with family, issues are confronted while the story of Jesus and his final days is told to the children.
As the narrative unfolds with musical numbers used in the scenes of Jesus and his disciples, everyone is impacted. With rising conflict, the powerful message of the cross and the resurrection is applied to how it affects each individual and their relationship with family.
The mixture of a current story intertwined with Biblical history is a very good way to show that the Bible is not just old stories of the past, but also very applicable to each of us. Added treats were the Biblical scenes filmed at Capernaum Studios and Cameron Arnett as Pontius Pilate. I enjoyed watching it and recommend you see it while available in theaters. Remember, March 11, 12, and 14th only!! BUY TICKETS HERE!
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Disclosure: Many thanks to Reel Big Studios for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
“Eleanor’s Bench” is a touching show that shines a light on the juvenile justice system in an informative and enlightening way.
Eleanor Thomas success as a Washington, DC juvenile court judge is challenged
when her inner-city past comes to court and demands more than judgment,
prompting her to return to her impoverished neighborhood of youth. Will
her renewed sense of purpose reinvigorate her faith?
This new show is full of important lessons about following God’s calling, practicing self control, learning from your past and discovering that we are enough and deserving of God’s love. Streaming exclusively on Pure Flix, check out the trailer, and make sure you are signed up for PureFlix.com!
Featuring: Karen Abercrombie, Demond Wilson, Cameron Arnett, T.C.
Stallings, Lori Schultze, Wesley Williams, Rebecca Rogers, Durrel
Nelson, Kamillah Matthews, Caleb J. Avery, and Scotty Curlee.
My Review: Episode 1 begins with Eleanor (Karen Abercrombie) returning to visit her father (Demond Wilson) on the first anniversary of her mom's death. Eleanor’s comfortable reality crashes around her when she realizes her father’s health is failing and she sees history repeating itself in her old neighborhood involving a family she once had close ties to. She determines to have the case heard in her courtroom to help make up for not following up a past commitment. As with most series, the first episode involves introducing the main characters and giving a general idea of the series. This one pulled me in with some familiar faces (including Cameron Arnett and Scotty Curlee) and an intriguing story involving the juvenile court system and foster care.
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Bible Verse
Whatever is pure … what is admirable … think about such things – Philippians 4:8 (NIV)
Coming to Pure Flix on November 18, An Unlikely Christmasis a reminder of embracing forgiveness and letting go of past hurts. When 2 young sisters (Elizabeth Howlett, Tori Gideon) and their mom (Alisha Fusting) move to McCattyville soon after the death of their father, they are disappointed at the lack of Christmas spirit in the town residents. No one even says "Hello."
Things change quickly when Delainey and Loren discover an angel tree-topper at a thrift store. To their surprise, that night the angel comes to life! Celest (Karen Abercrombie) appeals to the sisters to help her earn her angel wings. Together they work toward the miracle of bringing faith and forgiveness to the town and to Mrs. McCatty (Tammy Tsai), a bitter woman who rejects all.
MY REVIEW: This is obviously a fantasy film but it's fun to watch and there are very important messages that everyone should know. The themes include:
Angels are real and come in every shape and size.
Small acts of kindness can have a big impact.
To spread joy, we have to first find our own joy.
Be kind to everyone, even if they are cruel to you or unappreciative of the gesture.
Life can have loss and pain but also love and hope – God uses all circumstances to work on our hearts and carry out His plan for our lives.
Forgiveness, compassion and empathy.
We all matter and we all have a purpose and plan in God’s eyes.
We need to take responsibility for our actions and reactions.
Overall, I really enjoyed the film. (A couple of sentences I disagreed with theologically, but this is a fantasy story along the lines of It's a Wonderful Life.) Some of the ideas Celest and the girls try may spark ideas for your own family to try! It's a great film for a Family Movie Night!
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DISCLOSURE: Many thanks to Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own. Pure Flix is a one-stop shop for faith and family-friendly movies and shows where you can confidently stream in your home with the entire family. With new premium and exclusive original entertainment choices every week, Pure Flix streaming service has the largest variety of high-quality, curated, positive, encouraging, wholesome movies, series and kids' content in one service. Pure Flix is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, alongside AFFIRM Films.
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Bible Verse
Whatever is pure … what is admirable … think about such things – Philippians 4:8 (NIV)
SYNOPSIS: There are no chance meetings or coincidences in life. Angels are amongst us and God has sent them on a mission to intercede on behalf of whispered prayers. Every encounter presents a new opportunity to change your approach to life.
MY REVIEW: If you were a fan of the "Touched By an Angel" series, "Saved By Grace" will be a welcome viewing option for you. Grace (Jennifer Taylor) and Jeremiah (Cameron Arnett) are angels who receive assignments to help humans who are going through a crisis and need a heavenly helping hand. Each episode has a theme that can be relatable to any of us despite varying circumstances and I do like the transitional phasing from what may seem unsolvable to the hope given after following God's plan rather than emotional responses. As a Pure Flix Ambassador, I was privileged to preview all episodes of Season One and believe this will be a well-received series. It is drama with serious topics but there are also lighthearted moments to make the viewer smile. The reports I am hearing have been very positive, so be sure to check it out.
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INTERVIEW: Jean Thomason interviews "Saved By Grace" stars Jennifer Taylor and Cameron Arnett.
"All the situations highlight current problems, but at the core, they are heart issues we've been dealing with since the fall, and I hope viewers realize they aren't alone in those struggles.” - Jennifer Taylor (Grace)
“Angels are still relevant today – they walk amongst us and are here to serve us and to bring about God’s intent in our daily lives.” - Cameron Arnett (Jeremiah)
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Pure Family. Pure Fun. Pure Faith.
Bible Verse
Whatever is pure … what is admirable … think about such things – Philippians 4:8 (NIV)
The Order of Rights is a pro-life film. The story centers around Emma Stein, a
pregnant single girl who has been advised by her mother to have an abortion.
Despite the objection of the child’s father, Ethan Carpenter, and his promise
to help her, she decides to go ahead with the procedure. When Ethan and his
family file a lawsuit on behalf of the child’s right to life, the drama
escalates as Emma’s mother, Kerri, contacts a friend in the Associated Press.
Before long, the case is mired in media frenzy. The court has to decide whether
the child in Emma’s womb is a person or not, and if so, if it is endowed with
the unalienable rights as enumerated in the Declaration of Independence. The
title, “Order of Rights” refers to the order in which the categories of rights
are deliberately listed in the document: Life, Liberty and Pursuit of
Happiness. (website)
My Review:The film started a bit slow, but built to a compelling story that kept my attention. Both sides were presented, and no graphic images were used that could be upsetting to viewers. Not ALL aspects & arguments of either side of the issue were presented, yet this makes "The Order of Rights" perfect as a door opener to conversation. I am a huge fan of films that make me think and this is a movie I can add to that list.
I only rented the film to view but this is definitely going to be a movie I will purchase on DVD for my personal library, and most likely another copy for my church library. I highly recommend it to all, no matter what your personal view is because we need to start listening to each other instead of having closed minds. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Congratulations to the cast and crew!
Friendship and forgiveness are at the heart of the story in Champion,coming to Digital and On Demand on
October 24, 2017, and DVD on November 7, 2017, from Universal Pictures
Home Entertainment. An impactful and inspiring tale perfect for the
entire family, the poignant film stars Andrew Cheney
(Beyond the Mask, Seasons of Gray), Gary Graham (Star Trek: Renegades, Alien Nation) and Robert Amaya (Courageous, Moms’ Night Out).
Champion on DVD and digital is overflowing with compelling
bonus features including music videos, never-before-seen outtakes and a
featurette that take viewers behind the scenes of the beautifully
crafted story.
Sean Weathers (Cheney) is
a hotshot dirt track racer with a thriving career, adoring fans, and a
loving daughter. Jack Reed (Graham) is a successful businessman working
to reconnect with his estranged son (Stratton).
When a single mistake results in tragedy, it leads the paths of these
two men to cross, and an unexpected bond forms between them. Together,
they must work through the painful journey toward healing. But as
secrets come to light threatening to destroy all
hope, can they put their faith in God and discover a way toward
redemption? Experience this story about the power of faith, love, and
the true freedom of forgiveness.
I reviewed "Champion" several months ago. You can read my review here: Champion. I really liked the film and found it to be more in-depth than I expected and certainly more than a little racing movie. At this year's Christian Media Association conference, Content17, Champion won 2 awards: Best Cinematic Quality (Wes Llewellyn) and Best All Around Trailer (Judd Brannon).
GIVEAWAY: Now you can win a DVD of your own---thanks to Icon Media !To enter, simply leave a comment on the blog or under one of the posts (I advise tagging me to make sure I don't miss you. All entries must be made by end of day, Saturday, November 4, 2017.
The Heart of Champion – The story of
how the movie came about, the grassroots efforts that made the film
possible, the crafting of the story, and what the filmmakers hoped the
viewers would experience.
Music Videos
Outtakes
Original Theatrical Trailer
FILMMAKERS:
Cast: Andrew Cheney, Gary Graham, Robert Amaya, Isaiah Stratton, Cameron Arnett, Faith Renee Kennedy
Directed By: Judd Brannon
Produced By: Steve Hyland
Screenplay By: Missy Reedy and Sarah Inabnit
Executive Producer: Judd Brannon
Line Producer: David Cook
Music By: Cliff Duren
Costume Designer: Teila Meyers
Edited By: Steve Hullfish and Judd Brannon
Production Designer: Marcela Shaw
Director of Photography: Wes Llewellyn
TECHNICAL INFORMATION DVD:
Street Date: November 7, 2017
Copyright: 2017 Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Selection Number: 61192954
Layers: DVD 9
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Rating: PG for thematic material
Languages/Subtitles: English SDH, Spanish and French (Canadian) Subtitles
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