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\n \u201cRight now, more than anything in our hate-filled, divisive, crazy world . . . I think people are looking for hope.\u201d \u2013 Kevin Sorbo <\/p>\n
Prominent Christian voices have praised The Firing Squad<\/i> for its evangelistic message and stellar performances by Cuba Gooding, Jr., (\u201cJerry Maguire\u201d) and Kevin Sorbo (\u201cGod\u2019s Not Dead\u201d). The film’s portrayal of faith emerging in an Indonesian death row prison is a powerful testament to God’s ability to reach and transform lives, no matter the circumstances.<\/p>\n Popular TBN host and former Governor Mike Huckabee, during his\u00a0recent interview<\/a> with the film\u2019s stars, expressed his admiration, saying, \u201cWhen people see it, they’ll be totally blown away by the story and the message …\u201d<\/p>\n Sorbo shared with Huckabee, \u201cI think right now, more than anything in our hate-filled, divisive, crazy world, I think people are looking for hope.\u201d<\/p>\n Huckabee called to action those who value faith-based films, saying, \u201cIf people don’t go out and see and support this movie, shame on them …\u201d<\/p>\n His sentiments are echoed by other Christian media personalities who’ve had the opportunity to preview The Firing Squad<\/i>:<\/p>\n “This movie The Firing Squad<\/i> is a true jailhouse redemption story about courage, resilience and the transformative power of salvation when faced with certain death as in death row.” \u2014 9-time Emmy Award winner David Sams, who is credited with launching \u201cWheel of Fortune\u201d and \u201cOprah\u201d for King World and now serves as CEO of\u00a0KeepTheFaith<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cMany conservatives now are aware that we can\u2019t just let Hollywood go by the wayside … we have to fight for it. What\u2019s important is to create really good quality films, really good quality art, so that people consume it and maybe you change a heart, maybe you inspire a mind. You never know what\u2019s going to happen by taking a friend to a show like this.\u201d \u2014 Jennifer Horn,\u00a0The Morning Answer with Jen and Grant<\/a> on AM 870 The Answer, Los Angeles<\/p>\n “It’s a powerful tale and as I’ve seen some people say, you cannot make it through the film without crying and without being totally moved.\u201d \u2014 Kerby Anderson,\u00a0Point of View\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n The Firing Squad<\/i> premieres in theaters nationwide tonight, August 2, 2024. To find theaters and showtimes, visit\u00a0firingsquadfilm.com\/theaters<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n About The Firing Squad\u00a0<\/strong> About Epoch Studios<\/strong> <\/p>\n Source: Epoch Studios<\/p>\n
\n LOS ANGELES, August 2, 2024 (Newswire.com)
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\n <\/strong>Opening in theaters nationwide today, August 2, 2024,\u00a0The Firing Squad<\/a>, the new Christian film from Epoch Studios, is receiving widespread acclaim from respected figures in Christian media. Early reports indicate strong advance ticket sales, with some showings already sold out.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Written and directed by celebrated Christian filmmaker Tim Chey, The Firing Squad is based on a powerful true story of three convicted criminals finding hope in the face of death. Portrayed by acclaimed actors Kevin Sorbo (\u201cGod\u2019s Not Dead\u201d and \u201cLet There Be Light\u201d) and Cuba Gooding, Jr. (\u201cJerry Maguire\u201d), alongside breakout star James Barrington, the film shares the harrowing journey of three men who find themselves on the brink of execution. As the countdown to their deaths begins, a remarkable sequence of events unfolds, revealing the transformative power of faith and the hope that transcends earthly trials. The men\u2019s journey of redemption doesn\u2019t stop at personal salvation; it ignites a spiritual revolution within the prison camp, guiding the souls of the most hardened criminals toward the loving embrace of Christ.<\/p>\n
Epoch Studios is a division of\u00a0The Epoch Times<\/a>, the fastest-growing independent nonpartisan news media in the country, dedicated to truthful reporting. Epoch Studios is the co-producer of The Firing Squad<\/i> film.<\/p>\nRelated Media<\/h4>\n<\/p><\/div>\n