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Update on the Leclerc Brothers

2009-08-21T08:00:00.000-05:00

Check out what the Leclerc Brothers Motion Pictures has been up to.Shot entirely on the Sony PMW-EX1locations include: Galapagos islands, Bonos, Ecuador, Mid western USA.Music: Angel falls - BBC Planet Earth Wisconsin has a remarkable heritage with trains, and thanks to a new revival,Wisconsin also has a remarkable future with trains. But that future is now in jeopardy. Wisconsin rail network is

The Widow's Might Contest: Poll's Are Open

2009-07-06T10:10:00.002-05:00

Cast a vote for your favorite video in The Official Music Video Contest for The Widow's Might! Click here to view the finalists and cast your vote.Polls will close at midnight EDT on July 10th, 2009.

The Widow's Might Contest Deadline Extended!

2009-06-15T13:53:00.003-05:00

Filmmakers hoping to enter the Official Music Video Contest for The Widow's Might have five more days to finish their entries! The contest deadline has been moved to June 20. Learn more about the contest here.

BenBotkin.com is Updated

2009-05-15T15:00:00.000-05:00

Ben Botkin has drastically updated his website with a whole new look, blog, and more samples.www.benbotkin.com

The Official Music Video Contest for The Widow's Might

2009-05-15T09:03:00.003-05:00

The Official Music Video ContestSponsored by GodHonoringMovies.comAttention families and aspiring filmmakers! Now is your chance to let others know how much you like the songs from The Widow’s Might. We want you to produce your most creative music video version of your favorite song from The Widow’s Might! The winning entry will be included as a bonus feature on The Widow’s Might DVD!Learn more

The Widow's Might Report by Moody Radio

2009-04-18T17:12:00.001-05:00

Moody Radio released a news report about The Widow's Might. The report includes interviews with John Moore, the director of The Widow’s Might, Isaac Botkin, one of the organizers of the San Antonio Independent Christian Film Festival and Jerry Dalton, President of Dalton Pictures. Read the article HERE.

The Widow's Might (un-Official) Radio Spot

2009-04-18T17:04:00.001-05:00

I had a lot of fun putting this together last week, and I hope you will enjoy it.

The Widow's Might in theaters TODAY!!!

2009-04-13T09:06:00.003-05:00

John Moore Interview at GodHonoringMovies.com

2009-04-11T12:58:00.002-05:00

GodHonoringMovies.com has just released a transcript of an interview we conducted at the 2009 Christian Filmmakers Academy in San Antonio. In the interview, John shares some interesting and some “exclusive, top secret…“ behind the scenes stories."GHM: Would you tell us about some specific prayer requests that God answered during the production of the film? JM: The biggest one was Mr. James

FIREPROOF Soundtrack Coming Soon!

2009-04-03T09:22:00.003-05:00

I recently received the Fireproof newsletter, and look what I found."You've Been Asking ...And now it's coming: FIREPROOF Original Motion Picture Soundtrack will release on July 14. Featuring songs from Third Day, Casting Crowns, John Waller, Leeland, Grey Holiday, and Warren Barfield, the Soundtrack will also include 10 songs from the score by Mark Willard. A bonus track of John Waller's "

God Provides Series

2009-03-26T16:44:00.006-05:00

Awhile back, I posted about the "God Provides" series made by Crown Financial Ministries. Recently they released a new website and trailer to go with it.In 2007, after witnessing how many third world countries learn through storytelling, the vision for creating a series of short films was kindled in the heart of Chuck Bentley, CEO of Crown Financial Ministries.Now, through the God Provides

Stoplight® Video :"Too Intellectual"

2009-03-26T16:15:00.004-05:00

In previous posts, I shared some videos made by Focus on the Family. Those videos are part of the "Stoplight®" series, and today I'm sharing another in the "Stoplight®" series, "Too Intellectual". Stuart Shepard managed to stay awake through all of President Obama's college-level, prime-time news conference. In his Stoplight® commentary, he considers the one sentence that summed up the whole

The Great Homestead Blessings Contest!

2009-03-25T15:45:00.003-05:00

Franklin Springs Family Media has announced a fun and entertaining new contest. Submit a video or photo slideshow of you with your family, or by yourself, making a recipe featured on one or more of the Homestead Blessings DVDs; The Art of Breadmaking, The Art of Soap Making, or The Art of Candle Making. If you do not have the DVDs, they can be rented from NETFLIX.com, or ordered with free

REVIEW: The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry

2009-03-24T19:48:00.002-05:00

Review ofThe Secrets of Jonathan Sperry(In Theaters September 18, 2009)"What He Teaches Them... Will Last Forever"Made by:Christiano Film GroupDirector: Rich Christiano View Trailer HERE. Or go to The Secrets of Jonathan Sperry website.Description:Best buddies Dustin (Jansen Panettiere), Albert (Frankie Ryan Manriquez), and Mark (Alan Isaacson) are twelve year old boys looking forward to a summer

Stoplight® Video :Global Lukewarming

2009-03-21T14:32:00.001-05:00

In previous posts, I shared some videos made by Focus on the Family. Those videos are part of the "Stoplight®" series, and today I'm sharing another in the "Stoplight®" series, Global Lukewarming. Researchers say global warming has taken a break, but in his latest Stoplight® commentary, Stuart Shepard says that hasn't stopped President Obama's scheme to "save the planet" – by taxing families

The Widow’s Might Theatrical Release!

2009-03-18T08:48:00.000-05:00

“The theatrical release is a short run; only one week on 100 screens, starting on April 13′th, so this is a very limited chance to view the film in theaters. If the film does well, it’s run will be extended…” More information to follow.

Stoplight® Video :Magic Trick

2009-03-17T18:11:00.003-05:00

In previous posts, I shared some videos made by Focus on the Family. Those videos are part of the "Stoplight®" series, and today I'm sharing another in the "Stoplight®" series, Magic Trick. In his Stoplight® commentary, Stuart Shepard uncovers the mystery of how President Obama made 9,000 pork barrel projects disappear.

Leclerc Brothers Video: Fall

2009-03-13T21:35:00.008-05:00

On December 30 2008, the Leclerc brothers (The Other Son, Angel of Love and The White Handkerchief) released a short video titled "Fall." On the way to the Film Academy, while discussing HD cameras, a friend showed a friend this video, of which I caught glimpses over their shoulders.The Leclerc brothers made the short film using a chopper in southern Wisconsin, a dolley and jib in peak leaf

Stoplight® Video :Spending Wisely

2009-03-11T11:01:00.003-05:00

In previous posts, I shared some videos made by Focus on the Family. Those videos are part of the "Stoplight®" series, and today I'm sharing another in the "Stoplight®" series, Spending Wisely.President Barack Obama says he wants Congress to spend our tax dollars wisely. In his Stoplight® commentary, Stuart Shepard encourages the president to follow through with his promise.

The Widow’s Might Receives Dove Rating

2009-03-10T14:11:00.000-05:00

The Dove Foundation has given a rating of 4 out of 5 to The Widow’s Might. Dove Worldview: This is a story about a talented group of young people making a movie for a film festival but also to help a widow save her land. As this group of family and friends put together a musical western to show their town and festival board, they find themselves in some difficult situations. Although

Stoplight® Video :Uncertainty

2009-03-05T10:30:00.006-05:00

In previous posts, I shared some videos made by Focus on the Family. Those videos are part of the "Stoplight®" series, and today I'm sharing another in the "Stoplight®" series, Uncertainty.Even the people sounding the alarm over global warming have to admit there's a lot we just don't know yet. In his Stoplight® commentary, Stuart Shepard explains why it's a bad idea to base policy decisions on

Stoplight®: Investments

2009-02-27T12:04:00.003-05:00

In previous posts, I shared some videos made by Focus on the Family. Those videos are part of the "Stoplight®" series, and today I'm sharing another in the "Stoplight®" series, Investments.

Godhonoringmovies.com Interviews Stephen Kendrick

2009-02-25T10:43:00.000-05:00

Godhonoringmovies.com has published the interview with Stephen Kendrick we conducted at the 2009 Christian Filmmakers Academy in San Antonio."GHM: From our perspective, it seems apparent that God’s hand of blessing is on the work that you’re doing. We would like to hear some of your thoughts about why you think God is blessing your work. Stephen Kendrick (SK): Well the blessing of the Lord is

All the Money in the World

2009-02-19T11:49:00.002-05:00

In previous posts, I shared some videos made by Focus on the Family. Those videos are part of the "Stoplight®" series, and today I'm sharing another in the "Stoplight®" series, All the Money in the World.

The Photographer All-Time Favorite at Behemoth.com

2009-02-18T10:45:00.000-05:00

The Widow's Might may be the recent top-seller, but The Photographer is still the All-Time Favorite at Behemoth.com. The year is 1929. James Lewis is a police photographer in a small suburb. His job involves high risks and little reward. Jem finds himself struggling to find a true standard of justice amid his turbulent times.Ella Reinhardt is a banker's daughter. Her mother died at an