NASA Astronaut José Hernández on Biopic “A Million Miles Away,” Religion and Science

Last updated on: September 14, 2023 at 11:02 am By DeWayne Hamby

It’s a journey that spanned a million miles, both literally and figuratively. NASA astronaut José Hernández, whose remarkable life story serves as the inspiration for the new motion picture “A Million Miles Away,” recently shared his thoughts on seeing his life unfold on the silver screen. The film, premiering on Amazon Prime Friday, stars Michael Peña, Rosa Salazar, Bobby Soto, Sarayu Blue, Veronica Falcón, Julio César Cedillo, Garret Dillahunt and Eric Johnson.” “It’s kind of like a surreal experience,” Hernández... Read more

Camp Hideout: A Family Summer Camp Adventure Featuring Christopher Lloyd and Corbin Bleu

Last updated on: September 12, 2023 at 9:55 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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In the heartwarming and adrenaline-pumping family film “Camp Hideout,” releasing Friday from Roadside Attractions, PZAJ, and Called Higher Studios, the traditional summer camp experience takes an unexpected turn when a group of young campers has to outsmart a band of bumbling criminals. Director Sean Olson and producer Jason Brown share their insights and experiences in an exclusive interview, shedding light on the movie’s inspiration, the cast, and their mission at Called Higher Studios. The beautiful setting for “Camp Hideout” is... Read more

WATCH: Behind the Scenes of Gripping New Wartime Drama ‘All the Light We Cannot See’

Last updated on: September 7, 2023 at 9:49 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Netflix has released a featurette of the new wartime drama “All the Light We Cannot See,” starring Aria Mia Loberti, Mark Ruffalo, Hugh Laurie, Louis Hofmann, Lars Eidinger, and Nell Sutton. The limited series, based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Anthony Doerr, will premiere on the streaming service on November 2. Shawn Levy (“Stranger Things,” “Night at the Museum”) serves as director and executive producer. “It was one of the great thrills of this experience to be there... Read more

Faith, Prayer Are Weapons of Warfare in ‘The Nun II,’ Says Director Michael Chaves

Last updated on: September 7, 2023 at 11:33 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Faith and prayer are weapons of spiritual as Sister Irene (Taissa Farmiga) finds herself facing off against the demon Valak in “The Nun II, releasing Sept. 8 from New Line Cinema/Warner Bros. The evil entity, which first appeared in “The Conjuring II,” based on the case files of spiritual investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren, reappears in France committing murders after the events of “The Nun.” Taking the reins as director this time around is Michael Chaves (“The Conjuring: The Devil... Read more

Tennis Great Brad Minns Credits God for Story Behind ‘Dream Come True’ Biopic ‘Never Give Up’

Last updated on: August 31, 2023 at 2:51 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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On September 1, coinciding with the first day of Deaf Awareness Month, the film “Never Give Up” releases in select theaters, telling the true story of Deaf World Tennis Legend Brad Minns. Minns, who lost his hearing at age 3, was undeterred in his goal of being a tennis great, culminating with a gold medal after an extraordinary comeback at 1985 World Games for the Deaf, now called the Deaf Olympics. Minns calls the film, based on his autobiography of... Read more

Vanessa Benavente Teases ‘The Chosen’ Season Four and Beyond

Last updated on: August 25, 2023 at 8:02 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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“When you start a project, you never know how it’s going to go,” said Vanessa Benavente, known as Mother Mary in the hit series “The Chosen.” Watched by more than 110 million viewers in 175 countries, the series recently made its broadcast television debut on The CW to impressive ratings. As viewers eagerly await season four, which release date has not yet been revealed, Benavente takes a moment to reflect on its popularity, which grew from a crowdfunded indie project... Read more

Great American Media CEO Bill Abbott Discusses Bright Future Following Pure Flix Merger

Last updated on: August 24, 2023 at 5:39 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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In a strategic move that aims to boost the offerings of faith and family content, Great American Family and Pure Flix Entertainment have now completed a merger that will combine two popular media companies. Bill Abbott, CEO of Great American Family, discussed the significance of the new focus, highlighting the shared values and the bright future the collaboration holds. Abbott emphasized the alignment of values and missions between Great American Family and Pure Flix as a pivotal factor in the... Read more

Colin Ford Discusses His Role in Inspirational Film “The Hill” and Working with Dennis Quaid

Last updated on: August 24, 2023 at 12:08 am By DeWayne Hamby

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The new film “The Hill,” starring Colin Ford and Dennis Quaid, follows the inspiring journey of Rickey Hill, a young boy who overcomes physical challenges to become a baseball legend. During an interview with Ford, conducted before the SAG strike, the versatile young actor most recently seen in the Netflix series “Monster” shared his thoughts on the project, working with co-star Dennis Quaid, and the underlying faith-based themes that run through the film. While his acting resumé is extensive, “The... Read more

New Inspirational Sports Drama ‘The Hill’ Traces True Story of Baseball Phenomenon Rickey Hill

Last updated on: August 23, 2023 at 11:40 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Briarcliff Entertainment’s latest release, “The Hill,” is poised to make a splash in the world of sports cinema. Directed by Jeff Celentano and starring Colin Ford and Dennis Quaid, the movie dives into the inspiring true story of Rickey Hill, a pastor’s son who conquers his medical challenges to become a baseball sensation. Hitting theaters this weekend, it has already garnered attention for its heartwarming message of faith and standout performances. Rickey Hill’s journey from adversity to achievement is at... Read more

Kingdom Story Company, Lionsgate, Dallas Jenkins, team up for ‘The Best Christmas Pageant Ever’

Last updated on: November 10, 2023 at 5:18 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Lionsgate and Kingdom Story Company announced today the upcoming project slated for 2024 helmed by “The Chosen” creator, director and producer Dallas Jenkins to adapt and direct “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” an adaptation of Barbara Robinson’s hilarious family-favorite book. Jenkins today released a video in which he tells fans the full story of his commitment to the project, why it means so much to him, and how he got to be the one to make the movie. “This is... Read more