Faith-filled films continue to dominate Hollywood and surpass movie critics’ expectations. “Jesus Revolution” kicked off the year by surpassing $50 million at the box office. More recently, “Sound of Freedom” reached the coveted No. 1 spot at the box office for its July 4th release and has shown no signs of slowing down.
It’s not uncommon for faith to inspire and bring together communities through storytelling, and Hollywood has been tapping into this niche market for quite some time now. This year alone, faith-based films have shattered box office expectations and proved that they are here to stay. “Jesus Revolution” and “Sound of Freedom” are prime examples of this success, with the former grossing over $50 million and the latter claiming the No. 1 spot on July 4th weekend.
These movies not only offer a refreshing take on cinema but also provide a platform for spiritual and moral lessons to be communicated in a way that resonates with audiences. Whether you’re a believer or not, these faith-filled films are worth watching before the year ends. The captivating storylines and strong performances are sure to leave a lasting impression and perhaps even offer a newfound appreciation for the power of cinema and the messages it carries.
Here’s a list of seven faith-inspired films to watch before the summer season ends.
Another film on the horizon is “The Hill,” also starring Dennis Quaid, along with Scott Glenn, Colin Ford, Randy Houser and Joelle Carter.
The movie follows the life of minor league baseball player Rickey Hill, who possessed a natural ability to hit a baseball despite having a disability.
Hill, the top home run hitter of his team, would go on to make it to the minor leagues and eventually lead the 1978 Grays Harbor Loggers to a Northwest League championship. The former baseball player was born with a defect that required braces on both his legs but that did not stop him from fulfilling his dreams.
The movie features the themes of family, faith and never giving up hope.
“God gives you the talent; you either have it or you don’t,” Hill said in a recent interview with CP. “It’s just a matter of what you do with it. You can take that talent, and you can work.
“Scripture says that faith without works is dead. You can have all the faith in the world, but if you don’t have that work that goes along beside that faith, it’s dead. So I always looked at that Scripture my whole life, knowing that I had to work to make it happen. And I did, every day.”
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