...It truly has been a long time coming, and you won’t be disappointed. So, without any further ado, get ready for the Dallas Christian Filmmakers and ReelCast Productions newest feature film: SPURS OF CHANGE!!
Yes indeed, we are excited to announce our new big project! Read more about it and stay updated on the Spurs of Change Official Blog!
Dallas Christian Filmmakers will hold their final meeting for the 2008 year on
Saturday, November 15th, 2008 9am - 5pm
where it all began two years ago, at the home of our Founder.
If you would like to join us, email the Secretary for directions or to get set up on Skype.
Friday evening will find us celebrating two years of DCFM history as we fellowship, eat, remember, give thanks, worship, welcome the new Officers and say farewell to the old, play games, and have an overall jolly good time.
So if you can join us, let us know--we'd love to have you--especially if you've played a part in these last two wonderful years of friendship, growth and watching God do amazing things in our midst.
We truly are amazed and grateful for all God has done in DCFM.
See you soon!
Most of the DCFMers present at the October Meeting.
Hey guys! It's coming up!! Plan to join us over the Thanksgiving Holiday to see this long-awaited film done by several of our members. It's been a year in the making, and now it's finally here!!
Saturday, November 29, 2008
Heritage Family Church is hosting a screening at: Northside Church of the Nazarene
6750 Denton Hwy. Watauga, TX
Time: 6:30pm
Free Screening
Many thanks to all those who made the Houston Premiere possible. And thanks to all who came out for the event! It was a joy to see and meet so many of you. It was an amazing night filled with gratitude for all God has done and taught us on this journey. We kept looking at each other saying, "Are we really here? I can't believe this!!"
Here are some images from Houston.
So, The Measure of a Man movie is done. The year seems like a blink in many ways, but a blink to be treasured, one that was filled with so many blessings, and one we couldn't have traveled without the support of so many of you. We pray this film will be a blessing to you as God continues His mighty work in all of us!
Friends of DCFM,
Our friend George Escobar recently sent this exciting information out and we wanted to pass it on. Be sure to take advantage of this limited offer! Come What May is an inspiring and powerful film you, your family, and your friends must see.
Some other exciting news is that Lord willing, you will have the chance to attend a DFW screening of Come What May in the near future! We look forward to hopefully having Mr. Escobar back in town and AFG's new film on the big screen for you to see in person! We'll give you more information as soon as it is made available! So stay tuned!
In the mean time, check this out:
This nationwide event is helping to get the word out about Advent Film Group (AFG) and our inaugural film. It also showcases the work of homeschoolers who are helping shape our culture.
Ladies and Gentlemen,
The meeting has been moved from Countryside Bible Church to a member's home. Please contact the Secretary for directions. Everything is the same, except the location--we will still start at 9am, eat food, get a lot done, and have entirely way too much fun. (It's good to love what you do and the people you do it with, right?) :D
So please note the change.
If you intend to meet us on Skype or join us Friday evening for dinner, send the Secretary an email as well.
(Click to read poster)Friends!
The long-awaited new film from Sherwood Pictures & Provident Films (makers of Flywheel and Facing the Giants), FIREPROOF opens in theaters around the country TODAY!
Fireproof looks like a powerful film that you won't want to miss. As I'm sure was true for many of you, Facing the Giants was a film that impacted me greatly when it opened in 2006. I am SO excited about this movie--view the trailer and see for yourself--it looks to be just as good and better than FTG!
Also, be sure to peruse some of their BTS videos, especially the one titled "BTS: Marriage".
Opening weekend is a crucial time for theater-released films. The initial Box Office numbers determine how long the movie will show for. Christian films, especially ones made by the Kendrick brothers, are not just made because making films are cool and fun. And definitely not made for the sole purpose of making money. Dedicated Christian filmmakers are producing films because they love Jesus Christ and care for other people. There are messages of freedom that we need to hear and the world needs to know about. The prayer is that as many people will see these movies and hear these messages as possible, and that God would bless and work in the people's lives who do.
If you can, show your support for this film and the Christian filmmakers behind it by seeing Fireproof this weekend. Follow this link to find a theater near you.
Here's something from the Kendricks via their email update:
FIREPROOF Arrives!
It's late November 2007. Sherwood Baptist Church volunteers are out in full force, both behind the scenes and in front of the cameras—another amazing day on the set of FIREPROOF. Real firefighters from the Albany Fire Department stand shoulder to shoulder with volunteer actors playing firefighters in this new film. News media, local residents, and church members anxiously watch as a house burns time and again ... all in the name of moviemaking!
Beyond all of the actors and crew, prayer has been cast in the central role this day ... and every other day of filming. Protection for all involved, the ability to thematically capture the drama, and the desire for these scenes to impact moviegoers months from now are just a few of the prayers.
It's the same day, but two hundred miles away. A small team from Sherwood and Provident has traveled to the WinShape Retreat Center to show two rough-cut scenes from FIREPROOF to the Marriage CoMission, a high-impact group of marriage-ministry leaders from all across the land.
Knowing these people could help build interest and awareness for the movie, and eager to see how the film will be received outside of the set, the team prays ... for these leaders, for the marriages they impact, and for the marriages that might be impacted by this movie.
After the two scenes are shown, tears stream down the faces of the leaders. They have long prayed for a rallying point to help people commit to God-honoring marriages. Stephen Kendrick finds himself choked up as he tells how God has given Sherwood this story of a firefighter, his wife ... and a marriage worth rescuing.
At some point on that day, November 29, 2007, FIREPROOF became more than a movie ... it became a movement.
On this day, September 26, 2008, the FIREPROOF movement takes hold in 839 theaters across the country. Churches, ministries, businesses, and individuals have brought the movie to 98 different communities by committing to purchasing 1,000 tickets. Other churches, ministries, businesses, and individuals have purchased hundreds of show times.
FIREPROOF has consistently been the top-selling ticket on Fandango this week. The Love Dare, originally a plot device in the film, has become one of the 25 best-selling books on all of Amazon. The movie has been highlighted this week on FamilyLife Today ... and The Today Show. It's been the subject of conversation with Dr. Dobson ... and Dr. Phil.
And to think ... it all goes back to that day in November where on the set and at WinShape, the prayers of different groups of people with different focuses really became the same prayer: That God would do exceedingly, abundantly more than we could ever hope or imagine with FIREPROOF.
Welcome to FIREPROOF ... Opening Weekend!
A Word from Sherwood Pastor Michael Catt
"I am encouraged by the hundreds of emails I've received from pastors around the country regarding FIREPROOF. To know that pastors and church leaders have taken up the cause and believe in the message of this movie is encouraging to me.
"It is my prayer that every pastor, church, and ministry that uses this film will find that it helps them in their desire to change the world from where they are. I hope and pray that all across this land, churches will seize this God-sized moment and use it to impact homes and the culture." 
And a Big Thanks
From the beginning, we've asked you to support this movie. And you've responded in amazing ways ... and numbers. You have caught the vision of how this film could make an impact in your home ... in your neighborhood ... in your community ... in your world. Thanks for all you have done.
As with all members of the FIREPROOF team, our final ask of you as the film opens is similar to what those people did on that November day last year:
As you experience FIREPROOF this weekend, please pray for each and every couple and single person in the theater with you. Ask God to do exceedingly abundantly more than they could ever hope or imagine in their relationships.
Now ... who's ready to go see a movie?
Visit FireprooftheMovie.com
As mentioned above, please be in prayer for this movie and the people who view it.
Hope to see y'all at the theaters! Leave us a comment with what you thought about the movie!
Links:
Sherwood Pictures & Provident Films
Flywheel Facing the Giants Fireproof
Theaters
Subscribe to Fireproof's email update list and follow the Fireproof Blog
We hope you're planning on joining us this month!
On Friday Night, DCFM privately screened a very exciting film that was released this spring. Come What May was produced by Advent Film Group, an organization led by George Escobar. AFG is dedicated to raising up the next generation of Christian filmmakers--a vision very close to DCFM's. Along with many professionals, this full-length feature film had upwards of 40 homeschoolers on cast and crew. This compelling drama is made up of a solid and powerful message, great humor, a love story, and good production values--a testament to the dedication of both the seasoned professionals and homeschool apprentices who worked so hard to make this film a reality.
You really should check this film out!!
John Naylor doing a good job entertaining people with his stories like usual.
The Rebelution.
Writers in the midst of a good conversation.
They must be talking about something exciting--they're still going at it!
The President and Vice President. Getting set up.
Naylor lost behind the speakers
What happens when your flash doesn't fire.
Rubber chickens. There are stories behind this.
We really do try to keep the Lord and His Word at the center of our lives and our filmmaking. By God's grace, we learn to follow Him better as we walk this journey of life.
Evan leading devotions.
Mr. James Burgess was our guest speaker this month. We screened Pilgrim's Progress, released earlier this year, a project on which he served as Director of Photography.
Captivated.
Ladies first.
Jaclyn.
"Because you didn't catch this amazing posture the first time, I have to stand here and 'do it again' for you."
Pickin' on Truett again with the camera.
John Naylor and Mr. Burgess getting things set up for the afternoon.
Can you guess to whom these hands belong? Leave a comment with your guess!
DCFM is always blessed with lots of great food and fellowship!
"Ya know...."
"I mean, what can I say? I gotta have my DP. Now quit making me laugh."
Sarah's amazing muffins!
"You sure this is safe to eat, man?
Chips. Filmmaker food.
No way!?"
"I'm still not so sure about you."
Having a great time at lunch.
Evan eating quite Presidentially.
Mr. Burgess giving good advice to Truett and JC over lunch.
Mr. Burgess critiqued a slideshow of still frames to teach us about good cinematography.
Thank you, Mr. Burgess for sharing your wealth of information with us!
Announcements.
A formal farewell to our dear Saphrin, who is following the Lord to Taiwan for a year, teaching ESL.
We miss you Saphrin!!
Heidi talks about upcoming events.
Phones are a big part of how we operate.
Evan giving an overview of the production schedule for our next movie.
"I WILL get two of you to do ___ !"
After a funny moment with JC during the meeting.
Sarah explains what we're trying to say but can't.
...at which time Evan remembers why he married her and made her First Lady. :D ;-P
The meeting's done and it's time to clean up! Sarah sweetly takes on the vacuuming.
Talking as usual.
More great fellowship!
Where to eat for dinner?
