By Aaron Wilson NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Alex and Stephen Kendrick’s latest film “Overcomer,” which is now in theaters, breaks the mold from their previous movies in one important way. “Every movie we’ve done before has contained a ‘go-and-do’ call to action,” said Alex Kendrick. “This one isn’t go-and-do; it’s know-and-understand.” Whereas the Kendrick brothers’ … [Read more...]
Americans Most Likely to Find Identity in Family and Accomplishments
Issues Addressed in Upcoming ‘Overcomer’ Movie By Aaron Earls In “Overcomer,” a new film from Alex and Stephen Kendrick opening August 23, a young girl struggles to understand where her identity is grounded. Most Americans say they find their identity in relationships and achievements, according to a new study. Nashville-based Lifeway Research asked 1,010 Americans about … [Read more...]
Hundreds watch early screening of Kendrick Brothers’ ‘Overcomer’
By Aaron Earls BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Before “Overcomer” debuts in theaters across the country on August 23, Alex and Stephen Kendrick gave audiences at the Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting a sneak peek of their latest film on Tuesday (June 11). In two different screenings sponsored by Lifeway Films, the filmmaking brothers shared their heart behind the … [Read more...]
