Good News - August 2021

MOVIES 33 AUGUST 2021 www.goodnewsfl.org Good News • South Florida Edition Faith-BasedFilmsAreReturning toTheaters - Stanley Goldenberg - Christian Movies: A Light In A Dark Place Apply online for an audition appointment at TorchAndTrumpet.com CASTING CALL SEEKING ACTORS, SINGERS, DANCERS, COSTUME & CREW FOR OUR MUSICAL PRODUCTION THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO SCROOGE AUDITIONS - AUGUST 28, 2021 • 9 AM - 4 PM ALL AGES WELCOME td_casting_call_Aug2021_ad.indd 1 7/28/21 10:45 AM The last major faith-based film in theaters was “I Still Believe,” an Erwin Brothers production about the inspiring true love story of Christian singer/song-writer Jeremy Camp and his wife Melissa – a story demonstrating hope in the midst of life’s storms. Sadly, less than twoweeks after it opened inMarch 2020, theCOVID-driven lockdowns began andmost movie theaters shut down. Of course this and other previous releases are now available via streaming, DVD and for licensed Church showings. Thankfully, in many areas most movie theaters have been opening again, and starting this Sep- tember we will once again see a number of diverse, faith-based films opening in the- aters. These movies touch and change lives, inspire and encourage believers, and provide a special opportunity for an uplifting experience for our families. These films can also be used for outreach since people who are hesitant to come to church might accept an invitation to see a movie, with some churches organizing groups to see the films in order to reach as many as possible. Let’s all start praying for and spreading the word about these upcoming films. Faith-Based Theatrical Releases for Fall/Winter 2021 Some of these films will show in a limited number of theaters while others will be wide releases. Check each film’s website for additional information. Release dates for most of these films are final, but some are subject to last-minute changes. A few addi- tional filmsmight be added later. Films listed herewill show for at least oneweek except for limited showings (indicated by **, i.e., FathomEvents), which are scheduled for only one or several nights. “ShowMe the Father” (starts 9/10) New life-changing filmby the Kendrick Broth- ers (Facing the Giants, Fireproof, War Room) is a documentary that powerfully shares the importance of family and fatherhood. showmethefathermovie.com “Courageous Legacy” (starts 10/15) 10thAnniversary re-release with never-be- fore-seen footage of this classic Kendrick Brothers film about the importance of father- hood and of courage in standing up for what we believe. courageousthemovie.com “Where Hope Grows” (**Fall) A hopeless alcoholic, former pro-baseball player (and single father) meets “Produce,” a youngmanwithDownSyndrome.What happens when hopelessness meets unconditional love? wherehopegrowsmovie.com “Journeywith Jesus” (**11/15, 16, 17)Aspecial tour of Israel withDr. Tony Evans. “The JesusMusic” (starts 10/1)Aspecial look at themusic from the Jesusmove- ment featuring artists likeAmyGrant, Michael W. Smith andmore. By theErwinBrothers (I Can Only Imagine, I Still Believe). lionsgate.com/movies/the-jesus-music “God’s Not Dead: We The People” (**10/4-10)Adramatic portrayal of the attack against religious freedom in this country asReverendDave defends a group of Christian homeschooling families in a landmark congressional hearing. godsnotdead.com “Don’t SayMyName” (Fall) Story of human trafficking survivorAdriana, following her story through escape, survival and recovery. Inspired by true events. Featuring CameronArnett. dontsaymyname.com “AmericanUnderdog: KurtWarner Story” (starts 12/10) Story of St. LouisRams QB Kurt Warner (Zachary Levi: Shazam), who went from stocking shelves at a super- market to become a two-timeNFLMVP, Super Bowl champion, andHall of Fame quar- terback. Also starring Dennis Quaid andAnna Paquin. Directed by the Erwin brothers (Woodlawn, I Can Only Imagine). facebook.com/AmericanUnderdg Ways you can help these films touch more lives • Stay informed about upcoming faith-based films through sites like facebook.com/LightinDarkPlace and/or by joining the movie email list (details below). • Pray! Any successful ministry needs effective prayer (and fasting). • Spread the word via social media, fliers, posters, church bulletins, etc. Share this list of upcoming films with your church. • See the films on opening weekend and help your church or organization to or- ganize groups (large or small) to attend. • Purchase tickets as early as possible. Advanced ticket purchases can expand a film’s release to additional theaters and larger auditoriums. See you at the movies! For email notices about upcoming releases, advanced screenings, group discount tickets and more, fill in your information at bit.ly/faithfilms. For up-to-date information, follow (“LIKE”) Stan’sChristianmovie Facebook page (facebook.com/LightinDarkPlace) and Twitter @LightDarkPlace. Stanley Goldenberg has been involved in grassroots promotion of Christian films for over 15 years. He hosts a regular “Movie Connection” program on LIFE-FM (90.9 FM) inMiami. He is also a federal hurricane researchmeteorologist who has published scientific articles and appeared in numerous TV hurricane specials.