New Kingdom Story Studio Film to Tell Story of Christian Music Artists for KING + COUNTRY, Rebecca St. James

August 1, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

Kingdom Story Company and Lionsgate Studios have announced the release of their newest film, “Unsung Hero,” starring Joel Smallbone, Daisy Betts, Kirrilee Berger, Jonathan Jackson, Lucas Black, Candace Cameron Bure, Terry O’Quinn, and Hillary Scott. Following the success of “Jesus Revolution” and the music biopics “I Can Only Imagine” and “I Still Believe,” the new film details the history of the Smallbone family, which spawned the Christian music artists for KING + COUNTRY and Rebecca St. James. “Unsung Hero,” which... Read more

The Time Sinead O’Connor Released a Christian Album, ‘Theology’

July 26, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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One of my most memorable interviews has been with the enigmatic Sinead O’Connor. In 2007, she recorded “Theology,” an album of songs inspired by the Old Testament (with a New Testament song as well) and sought to speak to religious audiences. I mostly covered Christian music and didn’t know what to expect when I called her. I had images of the outspoken rebel shunning the mainstream in my mind and wondered if her hesitation and awkwardness might choke the life... Read more

Country Artist and Social Influencer Coffey Anderson Talks Fatherhood, Faith and ‘God’s Country Song’

July 7, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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Playing the seasoned country artist Colt Young, singer-songwriter and internet influencer Coffey Anderson lends his deep baritone and charismatic personality to the new film “God’s Country Song.” The film, which centers on an up-and-coming singer Noah (Justin Gaston) trying to make his mark on the industry while grappling with family issues, has a rich soundtrack and themes of faith, fatherhood, and forgiveness. Anderson rolled his viral internet stardom into the Netflix reality series co-starring his wife and kids, “Country Ever... Read more

Stars of ‘God’s Country Song’ Talk Faith, Fatherhood, and Good Music

July 7, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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Justin Gaston and Justene Alpert, who star together in the new PureFlix film “God’s Country Song,” recently opened up about their transformative experiences on set and it’s inspiring themes of redemption, self-discovery, and the power of faith. Reflecting on the memorable moments from the set, Gaston noted the remarkable camaraderie among the cast and crew, describing it as a true team effort. “It was clearly like a team when we stepped on site,” Gaston said. “Everyone was so kind and... Read more

Meet the Real Life Hero Behind the Hit Film ‘Sound of Freedom,’ Tim Ballard

July 4, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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The new independent thriller “Sound of Freedom,” featuring the true story of Tim Ballard, has already made a splash at the box office, earning more than $10 million in pre-sales even before its release. The movie stars Jim Cavizel as the former government agent who left his job to journey into some of the darkest places on earth to save children sold into slavery. During premiere week, Ballard spoke with DeWayne Hamby about the feeling of the film finally being... Read more

Mira Sorvino on ‘Sound of Freedom’: ‘When We Turn Away from Our Calling to Help, We Turn Away from God’

July 1, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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In the new film, “Sound of Freedom,” releasing this week from Angel Studios, Mira Sorvino (“Mighty Aphrodite,” “Romy and Michele’s High School Reunion”) co-stars as Katherine, wife of Tim Ballard (Jim Caviezel), a former government agent fighting for the release of abducted children. The film sheds light on the worldwide epidemic of human trafficking, a cause dear to the heart of the Academy Award-winning actress and former United Nations Goodwill ambassador. “I’ve been an advocate against human trafficking since 2004,”... Read more

Listen: Power Producer Fernando Garibay Crafts ‘Sound of Freedom’ Theme Song as a ‘Catalyst for Change’

June 30, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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As the closing credits roll in the new independent drama “Sound of Freedom,” moviegoers will be treated to a top tier theme song thanks to an A-list music produce and songwriter. Fernando Garibay, who helped Lady Gaga craft her quadruple platinum “Born this Way” album and subsequent tour “The Born This Way Ball,” was moved by the film and realized his talents in creating hits for artists such as Gaga, Sting, Shakira and Sia, could be utilized in taking the... Read more

Spiritualize This!: ‘The Flash’ and the Purpose of Pain

June 12, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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“You can’t just watch a movie; you have to spiritualize it.” Well, not always. But sometimes a film lends itself to a spiritual thought or two and such is the case with the new big-budget superhero extravaganza, “The Flash,” starring Ezra Miller. In addition to a DC comics character cavalcade, it features a profound thread with the purpose of pain and suffering. As one of the most highly anticipated superhero projects, ‘The Flash,’ releasing Friday, carries with it the burden... Read more

Colton Dixon on Success of Hit Single “Build a Boat,” Duet with Gabby Barrett, New EP “Canvas”

June 6, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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Colton Dixon recently released his newest EP “Canvas” through Atlantic Records, featuring the new single “My Light” and his chart-topping “Build a Boat,” along with his remake with country singer Gabby Barrett. The singer-songwriter, who toured the country on the “Build a Boat” tour with Jordan St. Cyr and Apollo LTD, says the new songs were his way of bringing hope after a trying time in the world. “No matter how dark it may seem, in the world that we’re... Read more

New Drama ‘Let Me Have My Son’ Features a Father Desperately Searching for His Mentally Ill Son

June 5, 2023 By DeWayne Hamby

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A father seeks a reunion with his son in the new drama “Let Me Have My Son,” now available as a Virtual Cinema Event from Messenger Films/Ocean Avenue Entertainment. The film, inspired by a true story, was created by Writer/Director Cristóbal Krusen. The film features Ben Whitmore, Sr. (Krusen) as he travels to Middlemouth Security Hospital when he’s notified his son Benny (Nathan Barlow) has recovered from schizophrenia. Instead of bringing Benny home, however, Ben Sr. discovers that he has... Read more