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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Beyond the Mask

Beyond the Mask is a new family-adventure film that brings history to life in a faith-filled adventure celebrating grace, liberty, and the true freedom that can only be found in Christ. Cousins Chad and Aaron Burns, with the creative help of people like Stephen Kendrick (Fireproof and Courageous) and Paul McCusker (Adventures in Odyssey), homeschooled cousins Chad and Aaron Burns have made a swashbuckling family film starring Andrew Cheney (Seasons of Gray), Kara Killmer (Chicago Fire), and John Rhys-Davies (Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Lord of the Rings trilogy).

The film opens in April in theaters across the country, but it's a little different than you might be expecting. Releasing through Gathr, Beyond the Mask has the opportunity to Premiere with one time showings in more than 700 theaters. But like a crowd-sourcing site, unless a threshold is met, not all shows will be held. A deadline of March 27 looms for most of these 700 theaters. A minimum of 65 tickets is the key “tipping” point to confirm a Premiere.

Link to pre-order tickets: "Beyond the Mask" tickets. Check to see the deadline to order for the theater and showing nearest you. Deadlines vary, but tickets MUST be Purchased Online. However, if your screening fails to book enough seats, you will not be charged.

For those in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, CMA member, Jurgen Beck is hosting an event on Thursday, April 9th at the Studio Movie Grill in Arlington. Remember Tickets Must Be Purchased ONLINE by March 30th. Click on the link Beyond the Mask screening with Jurgen Beck to learn more about this event.

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Sunday, January 25, 2015

Return to the Hiding Place movie

www.hide-movie.com

Return to the Hiding Place is based on the true story of Corrie ten Boom (Mimi Sagadin) and her realization that the Nazis will overtake Holland and create the destruction of every Jew. Her solution is to form an army comprised of untrained teenagers.When resistance fighter Piet Hartog (Craig Robert Young) witnesses atrocities toward the Jews, he is drawn by his beautiful love Aty (Rachel Spencer Hewitt) and her Aunt Corrie into the web of espionage and clandestine activities in the Hiding Place, where he joins brilliant young physics student and resistance journalist, Hans Poley (David Thomas Jenkins), embarking on a nonstop, action-packed hunt through underground tunnels, Gestapo hijacks, daring rescues, codes in windswept old windmills, and stunning miracles in one of history’s most famous dramas. Piet, Hans, and their friends navigate a deadly labyrinth of challenges to rescue God’s people in their modern-day panicked exodus from death. Climaxing in the true, breath-taking rescue of an entire orphanage of Jewish children marked for mass execution by Hitler’s assassins, audiences will both cheer and weep at this exciting, sobering tale. (from Facebook page)

Peter Spencer and Petra Spencer Pearce, producers of "Return to the Hiding Place" (John Rhys-Davies), will be the speaking at the CMA-Dallas meeting. They will be showing clips from this film, due to open in theaters February 6th, as well as addressing the topic of, "The Process and Impact of Independent Filmmaking and the Rise of faith Films.
**The event is FREE, but due to limited seating & parking, it is important that you RSVP at info@christianmedia.org
You can also RSVP by clicking on this link: Jan 26, 2015 Dallas Chapter-CMA Event

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Friday, January 23, 2015

Benjamin Dane - 1/26/15 Dallas-CMA Meeting

Benjamin Dane

Benjamin Dane, leader of the CMA-Dallas Chapter will be the host of the Jan 26th meeting being held at Theatre 166. A multi-talented actor and producer with numerous stage and screen credits, Ben is the executive producer and has a role in the faith-based film, Beyond the Farthest Star (coming to theaters in 2015). Other films coming up soon are Promises, Red on Yella Kill a Fella and Second Impression. Ben and his wife also own award-winning Robinson Creative Inc, a creative design firm specializing in innovative marketing, branding and identity solutions.

Connect with Benjamin:
Benjamin Dane IMDb
Benjamin Dane on Now Casting
Benjamin Dane on Actors Access
Benjamin Dane on Facebook
Follow @benjamindane on Twitter

The topic of the Jan 26, 2015 meeting is:

The Process and Impact of Independent Filmmaking and the Rise of Faith Films
Panelists are Peter Spencer and Petra S. Pearce, producers of the new movie "Return to the Hiding Place"

Worship leader for the evening is musician/actress Kaley Caperton.

**The event is FREE, but due to limited seating & parking, it is important that you RSVP at info@christianmedia.org
You can also RSVP by clicking on this link: Jan 26, 2015 Dallas Chapter-CMA Event

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Wednesday, January 21, 2015

Kaley Caperton - 1/26/15 Dallas-CMA Meeting

Kaley Caperton is a young Texas singer/songwriter who is making a splash in Nashville and is also an actress who has been in movies and on several television programs. As a musician, Kaley has shared the stage with acts such as Lady Antebellum, Craig Morgan, LeAnn Rimes, and Restless Heart, Michael Peterson, Rick Trevino, Aaron Watson and The Gimbles.

She was named Music Association of Central Texas’ Songwriter of the Year in 2009 for her song “You Loved It Away.” However, her favorite song, “O Save My Soul”, was written completely on her own. "Every time I hear it, I think of how God saves us everyday. Things are hard but all you have to do is ask because He will never give up on you.” Look for “O Save My Soul” on Kaley’s third album.

In 2012 she became an official spokesperson for the National Guard Youth Foundation. Kaley's single “Red, White and Beautiful,” was adopted as the theme song of the NGYF and all proceeds benefit kids in the National Guard Youth Challenge Program.

Kaley Caperton website
Kaley Caperton YouTube Channel
Kaley Caperton Music on Facebook

Join Kaley for the first Christian Media Association Event for 2015 on Monday, Jan 26. CMA-Dallas Chapter leader, Benjamin Dane, will be MC for the night and guest panelists are Peter Spencer and Petra Spencer Pearce of Return to the Hiding Place.

**The event is FREE, but due to limited seating & parking, it is important that you RSVP at info@christianmedia.org

You can also RSVP by clicking on this link: Jan 26, 2015 Dallas Chapter-CMA Event

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Monday, January 19, 2015

Petra S Pearce - 1/26/15 Dallas-CMA Meeting

Petra S. Pearce, producer/writer/speaker/author has over 15 years of experience in advertising, television, and film. We are excited to have her on our panel, not only to speak about her film, Return to the Hiding Place, but also for her expertise on our topic for this month: "The Process and Impact of Independent Filmmaking and the Rise of Faith-based Films."

Petra is a successful producer of projects ranging from advertising to feature films to documentaries. She was the editor/producer for a documentary series called Heroes of the Faith, shortly after receiving her BS in TV and Film Production from TCU.shown internationally on over 2,000 television stations and went on to become a Senior Producer for Bromley Communications. There she produced commercial campaigns for several high-profile brands such as Reynolds Wrap, General Mills, Proctor and Gamble and others.

Now she has added producing independent films, included the highly honored award-winning feature film most notably receiving over 19 film, Return to the Hiding Place. Also, her book, Independent Filmmaking: Not for the Faint of Heart (A woman's perspective) is currently in progress, and is due for release in the fall of 2015. Looking forward to hearing what she has to share with us at the meeting!
Petra Spencer Pearce website
Petra Spencer Pearce on IMDb

Join us for the first Christian Media Association Event for 2015 on Monday, Jan 26. CMA-Dallas Chapter leader, Benjamin Dane, will be MC for the night and Kaley Caperton, a young Texas singer/songwriter & actress will be leading us in worship.

**The event is FREE, but due to limited seating & parking, it is important that you RSVP at info@christianmedia.org

You can also RSVP by clicking on this link: Jan 26, 2015 Dallas Chapter-CMA Event

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Thursday, January 15, 2015

Peter Spencer - 1/26/15 Dallas-CMA Meeting

Peter Spencer, director of Return to the Hiding Place, will be one of the speakers at the Jan 26, 2015 CMA-Dallas Chapter meeting. An accomplished author, actor, musician, speaker, and director, his skills have led to several recognitions, including the NRB People's Choice Awards. Other Professional Work includes: Director of Lifeline Communications, Advertising Director KCI, Founder Harvest Academies, Spencer Productions, Owner Super Stitches Mfg, Halo TV and Film.

Peter & crew on set
Photo Credit: Robin Morriss

As a member of the panel for this meeting, Spencer will be discussing the challenges of producing and distributing, Return to the Hiding Place, as well as showing clips from the film. Spencer is also the executive producer and wrote the screenplay for the film. He and Petra Spencer Pearce will be speaking on the process and impact of independent filmmaking and the rise of faith-based films.

Join us for the first Christian Media Association Event for 2015 on Monday, Jan 26. CMA-Dallas Chapter leader, Benjamin Dane, will be MC for the night and Kaley Caperton, a young Texas singer/songwriter & actress will be leading us in worship.

**The event is FREE, but due to limited seating & parking, it is important that you RSVP at info@christianmedia.org

You can also RSVP by clicking on this link: Jan 26, 2015 Dallas Chapter-CMA Event

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Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Pathlight Entertainment

Pathlight Entertainment
CMA Convention Exhibitor

Pathlight Entertainment LLC is a Limited Liability Corporation registered in the State of Texas to engage in the development and production of major motion pictures for potential release in all domestic and foreign theatrical, secondary and ancillary markets. The stories they tell will be faith-based and family-honoring, bringing insight and inspiration to their audience. Knowing that movies have an influence on our culture, they desire to be a trusted source of edifying and uplifting entertainment to all demographics.

Pathlight Entertainment is the company that made Beyond the Farthest Star. Starring Renee O'Connor, Todd Terry, Cherami Leigh, Barry Corbin, William McNamara, Tyler Corie, Andrew Prine, Lou Betty Jr. and Shawn Roe, the film tells the story of a twist of fate that brings the national spotlight to a forgotten Texas town and a once famous preacher has an opportunity to regain his former glory or seize one last chance to restore his fractured family. Narrated by his fifteen-year-old daughter, we watch as Adam Wells, a minister driven by the prospect of achieving greatness as the next nationally-syndicated TV Evangelist lays down his opportunity at “celebrity” and even his own life in order to become something even greater... A loving husband and father to his wife and daughter.

Written and directed by Andrew Librizzi and produced by Benjamin Dane and Sally Helppie, the movie had a successful premiere in the Dallas area. A wider theatrical release will be announced soon, and there are rumors that Librizzi is working on another film project. More news to come...

Connect with Pathlight Entertainment:Pathlight Entertainment website
Pathlight Entertainment on Vimeo
Pathlight Entertainment on IMDb
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Beyond The Farthest Star on IMDb
Beyond The Farthest Star website
Follow @beyondmovie on Twitter
Subscribe to the BTFS YouTube Channel

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Friday, October 10, 2014

Parables TV

Parables TV
CMA Convention
Sponsor/Exhibitor

Parables TV is the premier Christian movie and entertainment network featuring an impressive faith and family library of movies, documentaries and TV shows available on Apple and Android devices as well as Roku and more to come.

Parables TV was developed to provide families with an alternative to traditional network television. Our programs are thought provoking, uplifting and will inspire discussion about topics that are important to your faith. We feature Christian movies, documentaries, series, children's programming and original productions. While other networks feature preaching and teaching, Parables TV is exclusively a faith-based entertainment network that inspires... one story at a time.

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Parables TV website
Parables TV on Facebook
Follow @ParablesTV on Twitter
Parables TV on Google+
Parables TV on Instagram
Parables TV on Pinterest
Parables TV on YouTube

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Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Faith Vision

Faith Vision
CMA Convention
Sponsor/Exhibitor

Faith Vision is a faith based streaming television network and incubator for the development and production of Faith based online television series. Viewers and partners can watch streamed movies and TV shows, as well as participate in the development and production of our original programming. The vision for Faith Vision is to serve viewers as the premiere destination for faith based, family friendly, and inspirational entertainment online. For 1 low monthly fee, they will have feature films, stand-up comedy, documentaries, live concerts, television series, stage plays, and more. Faith Vision will be Coming Soon, but you can Pre-Subscribe Here!

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Iamflix

Iamflix
CMA Convention
Sponsor/Exhibitor

IAMflix is a source of family friendly and faith based media whose purpose is simple — to provide you and your family with the most trusted video-streaming source on the web. They have licensed over 1,500 titles with genres including toddlers, kids, animated, teens, family drama, travel, documentaries, inspirational, and family comedy. We currently stream electronic media worldwide to an audience that prefers entertainment products with a wholesome themed message, enabling viewers to make good viewing choices, and providing an unrivaled streaming experience at one convenient location. Undecided? You can try them 1 month FREE!

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Wednesday, September 3, 2014

CFDb - Christian Film Database

Christian Film Database
CMA Convention Sponsor & Exhibitor

Christian Film Database (CFDb), a sponsor and exhibitor of the CMA Convention, is the most extensive database of Christian movies you will find. Owned and operated by Roger and Annelie Rudlaff, CFDb has quickly become the best source to find a synopsis, trailer, and reviews of faith-based films. There are even dvd giveaway contests you can enter on Annelie's Film World: CFDb Christian Movie Blog. Posting Christian Film News from around the world, including a list of the Top 10 films of the month, is another part of what they have to offer. Much like IMDb, there are also profiles of filmmakers, including breakdowns on what state they are in. Perfect for those wanting to cast a film! Whether you are a fan in search of a film or a professional wanting to to list your resume, CFDb is a Non-denominational Christian Movie Database for All Ages!

Connect with CFDb
CFDb website
CFDb on Facebook
Follow @Christianfilm on Twitter
CFDb on Google+
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CFDb on YouTube

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Monday, September 1, 2014

Benjamin Dane

Benjamin Dane
Acting/Producing
MC of Faith in Film Panel & Reception

Benjamin Dane is a multi-talented actor and producer with over thirty television and film credits. He started in stage, quickly working his way into a professional acting career. He had a role in and is an Executive Producer of the feature film, “Beyond the Farthest Star”, releasing theatrically this year. You can also see him performing in the soon to be released feature films, “Red on Yella Kill a Fella” and “Second Impression”. Ben also owns Robinson Creative and is the leader of the Dallas Chapter of CMA.

On Friday, October 17, Ben will be the emcee for the Faith in Film Panel and Reception at Irving Bible Church (convention site) from 7:30 - 9pm. A group of professionals within the film industry will be discussing doors of opportunity available to get more faith-based, family friendly films to an audience. This event is open to the public and will cost $20 for those not attending the convention. Refreshments will be served. Register HERE!

On Sat., Oct 18, from 9-10:30am, Benjamin will be teaching a workshop on "How To Be A Successful Actor". This workshop takes a look at a career in Acting and what you need to get the part… period. Benjamin Dane details everything you need to know. Training, head-shots, resume’s, auditions, answers the question – agents or managers? The class teaches you what you need to know to get started! This is a strategy on how to jump into the game and how to be the best you can be. Do you have what to takes to make a difference in the entertainment industry? Find out during this informative session.

Connect with Benjamin:
Benjamin Dane IMDb
Benjamin Dane on Now Casting
Benjamin Dane on Actors Access
Benjamin Dane on Facebook
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