Lionsgate has released the official trailer for: jesus revolution. Based on a true story, the film takes us back to the 1970s to explore the rise of that decade’s famous spiritual awakening in the United States. Kelsey Grammer stars as a pastor who works with local youth to spread the word of Christ in a remarkable way, and you can see what we mean by watching the new trailer below.
The official summary for jesus revolution is as follows:
Inspired by a true movement, Jesus Revolution tells the story of a young Greg Laurie (Joel Courtney) raised in the 1970s by his struggling mother, Charlene (Kimberly Williams-Paisley). Laurie and a sea of young people descend on sunny Southern California to redefine truth through any means of liberation. Everything changes when Laurie meets Lonnie Frisbee (Jonathan Roumie), a charismatic hippie street preacher, and Pastor Chuck Smith (Kelsey Grammer), who have thrown open the doors of Smith’s languishing church to a stream of errant youth. What unfolds will be the greatest spiritual awakening in American history. Rock ‘n’ roll, radical love and renewed faith lead to a JESUS REVOLUTION that turns a counterculture movement into a revival that changes the world.
Jon Erwin and Jon Gunn wrote the screenplay for the film, while Erwin co-directs with Brent McCorkle. Kevin Downe produced with Jon and Andrew Erwin alongside Josh Walsh and Daryl Lefever. jesus revolution stars Kelsey Grammer, Anna Grace Barlow, Jonathan Roumie, Nicholas Cirillo, Joel Courtney, Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Ally Ioannides, Julia Campbell, Nic Bishop, and Jolie Jenkins.
Go back to the 70’s by watching the Jesus Revolution
“The film is set in a very specific time and place, but the theme of finding a deeper meaning to life, in the midst of a broken and fractured world, is timeless,” Erwin said in a statement when the film was released. announced. “In his iconic performances, Kelsey has proven to be able to connect with audiences in a genuine, vulnerable way, which will make him an amazing presence in this film.”
“Jesus has been a big influence in my life. I’m proud to be a part of this film,” Grammer said.
The film is also notable for bringing back former child star Shaun Weiss, best known for his role in the film. ducks movie trilogy. Since growing up, Weiss has had major issues with addiction, but after celebrating years of sobriety, he’s now back at work. In April, he gave a sneak peek at his first acting role in 14 years, who happens to star in jesus revolution.
jesus revolution comes to cinemas in February 2023.