The Power Of Parables
Jesus, being the most brilliant, gifted, and effective teacher in the history of this world used a very simple, enjoyable, and effective form of teaching. When he wanted people to grasp an important idea or concept in their hearts He would use parables. Since Jesus used parables so frequently wouldn't it be a great idea to adopt His method in the goal of sharing Him with our family, friends, and neighbors?
This is the premise behind "The Choice." It is a parable that illustrates the gospel through a dramatic cinematic portrayal. It takes the viewers mind on an emotional journey where they are easily able to relate to the characters in the story. They are able to experience the joy and pain through the characters and when the story is complete they can thus better understand the Biblical principle or point that is being shared.
The synopsis of the story is located below. Please take a few moments to read this modern day parable so that you can best understand the goal behind this project. (It takes approximately 10 minutes to read.)
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What Is Meant By The Expression "Hollywood Quality"?
The movie industry, primarily based in "Hollywood" has had an entire century and billions of dollars to perfect their formula for the movies that are produced there. The Hollywood movie production technique has been designed to have maximum emotional appeal; so much so that even with less than desirable content, the world is still spell bound by the movies that flood our global society. What if the Hollywood technique, which includes the best cameras, sound design, actors, visual effects, etc. were to be matched up with the amazing stories of the Bible?
It would be a foolish waste of time to try to "reinvent the wheel." We do not have 100 years and billions of dollars to try to reinvent the technical aspects of film making. Hollywood has already accomplished that! God is the creator of all technologies and the intelligent thing to do is match up these techniques with the content of God's Word. In doing this the power of the parable would go from a principled story to a powerful multi sensory experience and would thus afford many more people the opportunity to know the goodness, mercy, and compassion of their Creator.
To the right is a short clip from an official Hollywood movie entitled "Knowing." This movie was produced with one of the highest resolution cameras in the world known as the "RED." Pay close attention to the technical aspects of the clip; the lighting, the ultra sharp resolution, the crisp sound design, the musical score, and the subtle, believable acting. Every detail is carefully planned and implemented with great precision in order to draw the viewer into the story. When it comes to emotional appeal, everything matters! The higher the emotional appeal the more profoundly the story appeals to the viewers heart!
"The Choice" will be produced using the "RED" camera: the exact same camera used to film "Knowing." As well the sound design, lighting, acting, visual effects, musical score, and all other technical aspects of "The Choice" will be of the same quality as what is seen and heard in this clip. This clip is an example simply to illustrate what is meant by the term "Hollywood technique" and to provide a reference point in understanding what the production quality of "The Choice" will be.
GOD'S WILL BE DONE
Making movies is expensive and challenging. But the return on the investment when measured in the potential for winning souls for God's Kingdom is incalculable. We are currently raising the $25,000.00 needed to produce "The Choice." God willing, it is our hope to begin the principle photography this February 2010 and release the movie by April-May of 2010. With the world events as they are time is of the essence. A tool like this is invaluable in sharing the true story of what God did to save His human family. People everywhere need to experience this story of good news! We greatly appreciate any help you are willing to offer. If you make a donation of $25 or more we will send you a copy of the DVD upon completion. Please keep Revelation Studios Media Ministry in your prayers. Thank you.
