Firing Squad: The Christian Film Set to Premier in Theaters Nationwide

Firing Squad: The Christian Film Set to Premier in Theaters Nationwide
A screenshot from “The Firing Squad“ | The Best Faith-Based Movie Since ‘The Passion of the Christ’ | inspired by true events. Screenshot
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Help impact culture and spread the gospel worldwide by taking part in the release of what has the potential to be the next Christian box office hit and award-winning movie.

Based on true events, one of Epoch Studios’ co-produced latest works, “The Firing Squad,” is set to rivet audiences in thousands of theaters nationwide this coming August. The EpochTV must-watch tells the redemptive story of two drug dealers facing execution and the hope they found in Christ within the walls of their prison.

Inspired by True Events

The film follows the journey of the two main characters, who, after five years of drug dealing, private jets, and a lavish lifestyle, undertake one last risky drug deal in Indonesia, where the penalty for drug-related crimes is death. After being caught and arrested, their visions of wealth and happiness shatter while chained to a table in an interrogation room. After standing trial and sentenced to death by firing squad, the two men are placed in an international prison.
Plagued with regret and a myriad of mental and emotional struggles, the men are forced to reconcile the impending end of their lives with the eternal state of their souls. Through meeting a pastor who is also imprisoned and a prison missionary, the drug dealers and others, including the bitter prison warden, come to faith in Christ. The film is dedicated to the Christians who lost their life by firing squad in Indonesia on April 29, 2015.

#1 Box Office Potential

The EpochTV film is set to premiere in over 2,500 theaters nationwide in August 2024 and has a roster of acclaimed actors such as James Barrington, Kevin Sorbo (“God’s Not Dead,” “Let There Be Light”), and Cuba Gooding, Jr. The film is directed by one of the top faith-based producers/directors in the United States, Timothy Chey, who has an extraordinary number of commercially successful and critically acclaimed credits to his name. As marketing rep for the film, Paul Lauer of Motive Entertainment (“The Passion of the Christ,” “Narnia”) estimates that the film has a high potential of opening #1 at the box office nationwide once released in theaters.

In addition, film producer Mr. Chey believes the movie may earn award nominations, such as People’s Choice, Golden Globes, and Academy Awards. The timing of the film release is also uniquely beneficial, with the SAG strike leaving a gaping entertainment hole and few films to compete with on this date. The goal of the filmmakers is to fill that gap with the gospel.

The message to the world will be clear: God exists, even in the most dire circumstances, and no one is beyond redemption. The filmmakers and actors share their desire to offer comfort and happiness to those facing mental, emotional, and spiritual struggles.

However, although the film has been completed, the work is far from done. Now, the mission is to propel the movie into the world and reach as broad an audience as possible with its message of hope and redemption. And you can help.

Donations and investments will help share this life-changing story and allow you to be part of a film that not only entertains but also inspires real change. A simple flip through TV channels or a glance at Amazon Prime or Hollywood movie releases shows the decrepit state of filmmaking today. Infused with violence, promiscuity, and left-wing propaganda, the current influence of shows and movies is destructive to individuals and culture as a whole. There is no doubt a desperate need for edifying content to counter the current narratives imputed onto us through our screens.

Video footage from "The Firing Squad," inspired by true events. (Screenshot)
Video footage from "The Firing Squad," inspired by true events. Screenshot

Emotional Audience Reviews

The movie has already powerfully moved viewers. Emotional reviews from audiences after an EpochTV-sponsored private screening are a testament to the profound impact the true story will have on those who hear it. “It’s a definite to go see that movie in August. It’s worth everything you’re going to spend to see that movie,” said one attendee. “It’s incredible. You’ve got to come and see this. It’s awesome and very, very heart-touching,” said another.
A pastor who watched the film shared how hard it is to find movies with a strong Christian message, saying that “the movie had a very strong Christian message, that even in a situation where it seems there is no win, in Christ there is victory.” One viewer expressed: “Nowadays, we need this movie in America. The country is lost, with a lot of challenges and hopelessness, and I think this movie is going to bring joy and hope again for America.” Another woman said through tears that the movie “stirred emotions in me that I don’t think I’ve felt for a very long time. God is good.” According to another audience member, “It was a story that definitely needed to be told. No one is beyond redemption, and that’s a message everyone needs to hear.”

Help Spread the Gospel! Investment Terms and Perks

The film is raising $10 million in marketing funds to fill theaters this August. These numbers are the result of an informed marketing strategy aimed at maximizing both returns on investment and global impact.

In addition to uplifting culture and making a real, life-changing impact, investors enjoy special rewards for their contributions. After the first dollar is paid back to all investors, 20 percent of the profit goes to all investors pro rata. There is also a 10 percent finders free for anyone who finds an investor for the film.

Video footage from "The Firing Squad," inspired by true events. (Screenshot)
Video footage from "The Firing Squad," inspired by true events. Screenshot

Various investment amounts also include special perks, such as exclusive behind-the-scenes content, early viewing privileges before its theatrical release, credit roll mentions, invitations to the exclusive special screening event, hard copies of the official film script, earning a title credit as an associate producer or executive producer, and more. “I guarantee you have a priceless and lifetime experience helping release this very important film,” says Mr. Chey.

These funding goals will help “The Firing Squad” take its place with other top-grossing faith-based films, such as “The Sound of Freedom,” “Hacksaw Ridge,” “The Passion of the Christ,” “God’s Not Dead,” “Jesus Revolution,” and “Soul Surfer.” Distribution partners include Sony Pictures, Universal Studios, Amazon Prime Instant Video, Netflix, Hulu and others. Domestic selling partners include major channels, such as Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Barnes & Noble, Redbox, and Amazon Prime.

Get Involved Today!

The producers intend to under-promise and over-deliver. Through the extensive collaboration of investors, theaters, viewing and selling avenues, and international partners, the hope is to set the stage for an award-winning box office hit that will proclaim the message of redemption and hope to a broken world. Investments in this film go far beyond monetary value, paving the way for eternal impact. By donating, you can help release this incredible story and touch people’s lives with God’s love. More detailed information on how you can help, projections, and case studies on Christian film marketing can be found here.
Watch “The Firing Squad” trailer on EpochTV here.
Emily Allison
Emily Allison
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Emily is a writer for The Epoch Times and a freelance political journalist. With an extensive background in Political Communication and Journalism, she is committed to serving her country by bringing the truth about important issues of the day to the American people.
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