Actor/ Director/ Sam Hennings has worked in the film industry for more than 30 years, taking many roles in movies and in TV series. Hennings was born on December 17th, 1950 in Macon, Georgia and has lived mostly in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and New York City. He has a wide repertoire—appearing in science fiction, westerns, crime, war, and historical dramas, as well as other genres. He has also performed in many stage productions. At 65, he is still actively involved in film, recently...
Thanks to your support, Excel Entertainment has been able to release several great movies over the years. Last year, Just Let Go was released to acclaim by audiences and critics alike. Chris Williams’ inspiring true story translated well to film, which captured its heart with moving performances and screenplay. Filmmakers are continually looking for great stories, especially true stories, to fuel their creativity and provide us with good movies.
Now that Excel Entertainment’s work on Just...
Have you ever been so attached to an actor and his or her work that you want them to be a good person too? We naturally want to look up to people we idolize or look up to, especially if we aspire to achieve what they have achieved. Unfortunately, not all actors meet these expectations in real life. As a result, we might feel that we’d rather not know anything about the person. But, some actors are genuinely worth knowing for the way they inspire us, encourage us, and just reaffirm our belief...
You know that creating a top ten list about anything is probably asking for trouble; no matter what you put on the list, someone is going to disagree. I think this would be especially the case with this topic. There are a great many fine LDS athletes, and I can’t list them all. But I would submit this list of influential athletes who may or may not fit in your list of top ten, but are nevertheless very influential in their respective fields. I submit this list to you in no particular...
It’s almost time again for Utah’s premiere film festival in Park City. The 2016 Sundance Film Festival will be held January 21st through January 31st, with independent film screenings in Park City, Salt Lake City, and Ogden. Tickets are on sale now, and you can purchase them online from the Festival’s webpage here: https://titanweb2.sundance.org/Membership/Membership/SelectMembership
Founded in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1978, the Sundance Film Festival is the largest independent film...
You can currently pre order Just Let Go DVD on Amazon and bring home what audiences have been calling “Breathtaking”, “Powerful”, and “Inspirational”. Just Let Go was released in select theaters in October and was well-received by audiences and critics alike. You can still see the film in select theaters in Utah, Las Vegas, Arizona and Lethbridge, Canada. You can find a list of theaters here: http://www.justletgomovie.com/ The rest of us will soon have a...
EARLY ENTRY DEADLINE IS MONDAY, DECEMBER 14
Save on the entry fee by submitting your film by Monday, December 14. The extended submission deadline is January 11, 2016. Submit your work to the 15th Annual LDS Film Festival 2016 and win cash awards totaling $3,000.
The LDS Film Festival is a perfect venue to premiere your film in front of industry professionals and an appreciative audience. The festival is independently organized and not affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
Want to stay informed about the latest Excel movies, news, and events? Come check out Excel Films Facebook page! The timeline is updated frequently with bios of your favorite actors from Excel films, reviews from fans and critics, inspiring quotes, and news on what’s going on at Excel and the LDS film industry. The events tab is also updated frequently with news about performances, screenings, appearances etc. While you’re there, let us know what you think. Write on our timeline; let us...
If you’re in the mood for a faith-promoting movie, based on dramatic historical events, give Freetown a try. Freetown is a stirring true story of six LDS missionaries, who had to escape their homeland to preserve their lives and continue their service. Director Garrett Batty (The Saratov Approach) offers an authentic portrayal of the strife, challenges, and triumphs of these missionaries and their leader through numerous physical, psychological, and spiritual obstacles. The result is an...
Accomplished actress/voice over artist, writer, communications specialist, and mother, Heather Beers is revered by moviegoers and marketing professionals alike. Her starring roles in Charly (2002) and Baptists at Our Barbecue (2004) put her in the spotlight with LDS film aficionados. She went on to star in many other films like Christmas for a Dollar (2013) and continues to act today, including her work in the forthcoming Waffle Street and The Hollow Point. She and her husband also own...
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