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Content: The story begins as two missionaries are arrested for unlawful proselytizing. The law regarding such behavior has been set up by the Christian Town Council to oversee the religious and more importantly "non-Christian" influences within the town. The movie follows Thomas Bryant's inner struggle as he is ordered to defend the missionaries. As Thomas begins to empathize with the plight of the missionaries, he is confronted by his wife and forced into a confrontation with his friend-turned adversary, James Radner. Thomas becomes the center of animosity in the small town. His internal struggle becomes the catalyst of life and death-events portrayed in the story, bringing into question the topics of religion and acceptance. The intriguing court battle, together with a significant and surprising twist of fate for Thomas, lead to a strong critical ending that will leave the audience pondering what makes life memorable and truly important.

Countries:

United States of America

Genres:

Drama

Runtime:

102 minutes

Year:

2003

Directors:

Adam Lawson

Production companies:

NuWorlds Production

Actors:

Thomas Bryant

Sharon Bryant

Kelli Bryant

James Radner

Jessica Radner

Crews:

Production Designer

Editor

Executive Producer

Art Direction

Music