Preparing to Direct a Faith-Based Film

The devil doesn't want this film to get made, that's why I know we're on to something. Our casting call has activated this project from the page to the makings of a film. The enemy would prefer this story stay on the page and be shelved, permanently, but that's not going to happen. 

Our Open Casting Call ends on October 31, 2018. We held two days of Casting at our church, New Hope Ministry Center - Olympia, WA on October 14-15th and for the last two weeks we've received tons of online auditions. There's still time if you're interested. More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/194825631413150/

The highlight of the week was visiting Kraftwerk K9 in Rochester, WA. Wayne Curry, the owner/trainer, attends New Hope and as I was writing the screenplay, THE DELIVERANCE OF AMY STRONGHOLD,  I asked him if we could pull off a specific dog stunt for the movie, he said no problem and this week we learned why when he invited my family to his facility to meet his German Shepherds. 

Just one afternoon at Kraftwerk K9 made our family fans of his German Shepherds. I am no dog expert but I completely trusted Wayne to let one of his dogs chew on my arm. He said, he doesn't train dogs to be that disciplined, the dog IS that disciplined because of his breeding. As I understand, his dogs do not get stressed, and it is when a dog is under stress that it becomes unpredictable. Therefore, his dogs can be in any environment from the battle field with soldiers, to a room full of two year olds pulling his ears. One moment the dog was chewing on my arm, and the next, playing gently with my 4 year old, Leilani. I am excited to work with Wayne and his amazing dogs in the movie; they will probably steal the show!

But you, O Lord, do not be far off!

    O you my help, come quickly to my aid!

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Deliver my soul from the sword,

    my precious life from the power of the dog!

Psalm 22:19-20

Read more about New Hope's Movie Ministry at https://www.newhopeministrycenter.org/movie-ministry/ and give with the note, "Movie Ministry". 

SEARCHING FOR AMY STRONGHOLD

This week New Hope and Highwater hosted their first open casting call in Olympia, WA! We were very encouraged with the turnout. We even found several candidates for our supporting cast. However not one person fit the profile for our beloved leading lady, Amy Stronghold. Bigger than life, street musician, in and out of jail her whole life, funny, loud, with a commanding presence and full of compassion, in her mid 40s.

Meet Denise Reed from Shreveport, LA! THE DELIVERANCE OF AMY STRONGHOLD is inspired by four different women's deliverance story but her character is inspired by Denise. We met Denise while developing another film in Louisiana for two years. We met her at the Homeless Shelter and watched Jesus deliver her from the streets to the pulpit! From a victim to the victor! From addicted to set free! She became apart of our family, not just for us to encourage her but for her to encourage us! Buy her book on Amazon and be lifted up!

After being so inspired by Denise, it's becoming more difficult than I thought to find an actress who can bring her to the big screen. My wife, April and I are dedicated to find a talented actress who can help us tell this powerful story of Biblical deliverance.

Here's how you can help us find Amy Stronghold as well as the rest of our supporting cast:

#1 Share our Facebook Event for our ONLINE AUDITIONS:

https://www.facebook.com/events/194825631413150/

#2 Pray for wisdom as we cast!

#3 Share our Behind the Scenes episode on YouTube:

"Open Casting Call - THE DELIVERANCE OF AMY STRONGHOLD"

Thank You!

Seth

"The heart of a man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps." - Proverbs 16:9

Read more about New Hope's Movie Ministry at https://www.newhopeministrycenter.org/movie-ministry/ and give, with the note "Movie Ministry". Your gift is tax-deductible!

CASTING CALL FOR CHRISTIAN FEATURE FILM

October 14th and 15th at 6 PM at New Hope Ministry Center in Olympia, WA - Highwater Entertainment will be hosting an open casting call for THE DELIVERANCE OF AMY STRONGHOLD! All actors please join us and invite your friends. Come audition and help us bring this powerful story to life. Bring your headshot, attached to your resume, and come prepared with a 60 second monologue of your choosing. You may also be asked to perform a cold read from the screenplay.

All available roles are listed at the Casting Call Event on our Highwater Movies Facebook Page.

After working in the film industry for 20 years it's time to make the leap into full time feature filmmaking. Already, experienced professionals are coming alongside me to produce this film and I am expectant to see the quality of performers who audition. Unfortunately, Christian films have gotten a bad reputation for cheesy performances. I believe the Christian film industry is still in its infancy. I believe we have barely scratched the surface of what a Christian film even is. As I have prayed and dreamed about my contribution to the film industry, I believe God's heart is to make a film that releases His Presence! If people have been healed by prayer clothes and the shadows of the apostles, why not a film? If a horror film can release the demonic and torment you with nightmares and fear, then a Christian film can release the presence of Jesus to heal, encourage and deliver you and fill you with peace.

No one sets out to make a cheesy film, Christian or Non. The actress who plays Amy Stronghold must be very talented indeed; as a woman raised on the streets, she is constantly beat down, yet never gives up! When she discovers what Kingdom deliverance actually is, she becomes unstoppable! I am excited to meet this amazing actress who can bring Amy to the big screen.

We have a large supporting cast both speaking, and non, as well as lots of extras. There really is a place for everyone and anyone who wants to support this project and is willing to show up and work hard!

We are making plans to be in production in mid January 2019! It's going to be fun meeting the acting community on Sunday and Monday. Thank you in advance for supporting this feature film project. It's going to take us all to bring this movie to the silver screen! Alright actors, get ready and don't worry, we'll be excited to see you!

"Casting all your anxieties on Him, because He cares for you!" - 1 Peter 5:7

Read more about New Hope's Movie Ministry at https://www.newhopeministrycenter.org/movie-ministry/ and give, with the note "Movie Ministry". Your gift is tax-deductible!