Official Selection 2022
JesusCineFest
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Life, Is My Choice
Carrie Simon United States |
A woman planning an abortion has second thoughts when she hears the heartbeat of her child. | 
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Disciple's Rue
Caleb Gomez United States |
An inspired retelling of a classic Bible story. On the night of Jesus' arrest in the garden, Peter and Judas commit essentially the same sin, betraying Christ and denying Christ, the difference between them is that Peter repented. Follow Cephas and Jude as they battle their the devil's voice in their heads and seek repentance. | 
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The Way
Joshua Hieber United States |
The Way Short film is based on Proverbs 22:6 verse | 
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Unlock the Horizon
David Sipoš Slovenia |
In the summer, Tonče returns from the city school to his beloved home on the country. He is welcome among his brothers, sisters and friends who remained on the estate as shepherds. They admire him and follow his example. During one of their adventures in the near forest, they come across the mysterious boy Jernej. He gains Tonče's trust and eventually takes advantage of his nobility and sense for charity. Jernej finally shows his true colours and his friends, led by Tonče, find themselves in trouble at home and in conflict with the law. | 
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Blind Hope
Pete Gonzalez United States |
Blind Hope came from a discussion with our local church around how present despair is in the world. The question was raised as to how one would represent hope and healing and the power of the divine through a modern lens. At its root, the idea is that the divine is present in us all and we are our own healers. | 
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One Day, A Woman
Tetsuya Mitsuhira Japan |
It is a suspense film that shoots everything in one shot, including reality, past, and delusions. | 
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One Cop's Journey
Jason Campbell United States |
The true story of a police officer's battle with depression, post-traumatic stress, and alcohol; and how he overcame them through his faith and a holistic approach to resilience. | 
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Access Control
Andrew J. Bullard IV United States |
A disgraced ex-cop (Dan Lyons) and a hot headed newly-wed (Andrew J. Bullard IV) must team up as hospital security guards to solve a local pill thief case. In doing so they must put their differences aside and learn the importance of valuing the relationships in their lives. In this buddy-cop dramedy, it's about who to let in and who to keep out.
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Sabina - Tortured for Christ, The Nazi Years
John Grooters United States |
Great character is sometimes forged amid great turmoil. Sabina: Tortured for Christ, the Nazi Years is the story of how God’s love transformed an ambitious, atheistic hedonist into one of the greatest Christian women of the 20th century. The film opens with Sabina Wurmbrand risking her life to show Christ’s love to a trio of Nazi soldiers. Why? Why would a Jewish Christian risk her life to help her enemies – members of the army that killed her entire family? Experience the amazing true story that has redefined the concepts of love and forgiveness for millions around the world.
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Royal Ashes
David Alford, Joseph Stam United States |
Nineteen-year-old, Paul Royal’s life is not the one he wanted. When his mother falls into addiction, he must choose between chasing his own dreams and staying behind to keep his four younger siblings together.
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The Resurrection of Jesus
Holger Klussmann Germany |
The Love of Jesus in Our Lives. The film describes the resurrection of Jesus in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. We will see glimpses of the lives of Therese Neumann and St. Francis and some people are talking about their personal experience with the presence of Jesus Christ. | 
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The Way To The Temple
Rufat Asadov Azerbaijan |
Peaceful coexistence of representatives of different nationalities and religious confessions in Azerbaijan is a centuries-old tradition that goes back deep into history. Twice a year, people of different nationalities and religious denominations gather for the holiday at the ancient Temple. Since ancient times this temple has been a place for prayers for Muslims and Christians. The people here are united not only with God, but with each other as well. | 
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Mind And Consciousness
Iain Morris United States |
The Big Question Is: Is there credible evidence for God in the human mind and consciousness? Spanish translation by Spanish Bible Society |
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Welcome to Verve
Brandon Clifton United States |
After receiving a vision from God, Shane and Amanda Tarpley set out on a mission to plant a church in a small town in rural Georgia. What unfolds is a series of events depicting just how difficult their journey will be. As the film progresses, we get a glimpse into the lives of a couple on a mission and their determination to carry out God's plan for their life. | 
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Stronger Than Hate
Kasia Nowicka-Mandes Poland |
The film “Stronger Than Hate” tells the story of an extraordinary event. A woman is invited to a closed seminary in Warsaw, attended by young men who are to become priests. Her task is to direct a performance with amateur actors. The meeting between a varied group of young men and a liberated and nonchalant director exposes a discord between the two worlds and leads to some interesting twists. | 
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Send Proof
Elijah Stephens United States |
Millions of people claim to have experienced miraculous healing. Send Proof asks the question "Where's the evidence?" When his former pastor leaves the faith, Director Elijah Stephens embarks on a journey to find evidence for miracles. Along the way, he interviews atheists and skeptics, medical researchers and academics, and those claiming to have experienced miraculous healing. Will he find the proof he seeks? | 
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Baked by Grace - The Movie
David W. King United States |
Music's on. Coffee's Hot. Donuts are Fresh. Lake City Bakery in Polson, Montana has been in the same family for 52 years. While the donuts are great, the people who run the place are what make it special. Baked by Grace goes behind the scenes of this beloved eatery. | 
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Hope Lives in Hohenwald
Kerry Pharr, Rob Blair United States |
In Hohenwald, TN drug issues ran rampant. Out of options, the legal system turned to the local Church for help. Twelve churches of different denominations then created a coalition to save their city. This is the story of how a community of believers stepped up to fight and is winning the war on drugs and drawing many to Jesus Christ! | 
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There is no other place
Anat Tel Israel |
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is the holiest Shrine for the Christians. According to faith, Jesus was crucified, buried in that very site and rose from the dead on the third day. Since then the place is considered the "Home" of Jesus, and has become a bone of contention for the different Christian denominations – leading on several occasions to bloodshed. | 
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Flying Blind
Micah Bomgaars - Larissa Miller United States |
It’s not just the lost who need repentance. Believers must stay alert to “the sin which so easily entangles us” (Hebrews 12:1, NASB). Flying Blind follows the stories of four Christians who ignored life’s warning signs and experienced devastating consequences—and reveals how God broke through their blinds spots to rescue them. Interwoven with their testimonies is a powerful Biblical message from Franklin Graham on sin, conviction, and redemption. | 
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Cubekins: Mary Did You Know?
Brannon Hollingsworth United States |
Mark Lowry, the world-famous singer, songwriter, author, & humorist who wrote the Christmas classic “Mary Did You Know?", shares the story behind the song in an exclusive 30 anniversary animation featuring the characters from the award-winning Christian cartoon, Cubekins! | 
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Hesus Joy Christ / Matthew's Five's Nine
R David Foster Canada |
Matthew's Five's Nine, is based on the fifth chapter of the Gospel of Matthew, which includes the Beatitudes. This episode begins to show how Theology of the Body is the fulfillment of the Gospel of Matthew, by presenting the corollaries of the truths spoken, rather than the hopes assumed, in this chapter of the Gospel of Matthew. | 
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The Power of Christ
Nate Carroll United States |
Following on the heels of their award-winning claymation micro-short film, Veteran Film Productions recounts Jesus Christ’s battles with satanic forces on earth as told by the New Testament books of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. | 
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Into The Spotlight
Lisa Arnold United States |
A gifted young songwriter finds fame but loses herself along the way. With the help of her parents and friends, will she find her way back to what truly matters? | 
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Give a cut
Gabriel Diaz Argentina |
This song is dedicated to Cristian "Pity" Álvarez and to all those who need to GIVE A CUT to what hurts them. | 
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Before hearing
Esteban Zúñiga France |
As in all the sound work of the composer Zúñiga, this work is inspired by the book of Proverbs, mostly written by King Solomon. | 
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