Hard to believe it is that time of year again… Once more, Vision Films (the female owned & operated distribution company) has a really broad catalogue of films they are bringing to DVD and streaming/VOD this fall/winter.
From fascinating documentaries to rom-coms, faith based and class holiday fare, there is truly something for everyone! With the kids STILL home we suppose there is a need for more good distractions, and stocking stuffer ideas are always helpful.
Not only that Charlie and I use movies when Homeschooling as you can learn so much through a good film. Check out this list and let me know which ones you would like to see and why.
DOCUMENTARY & SPECIAL INTEREST
GATSBY IN CONNECTICUT: THE UNTOLD STORY (Documentary)
The untold story of the summer Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald lived in Connecticut which inspired one of the world’s most beloved novels: The Great Gatsby.
We know the book, we know the films and series, but do we know the truth behind the inspiration? Track down the mystery millionaire who really threw the extravagant parties, uncover new evidence of the location and players, and dig deep to discover the real-life Jay Gatsby himself. *Companion book also available
DVD/VOD Release Date: 9/1/20
NOW AVAILABLE THE BLACK EMPEROR OF BROADWAY (A True Story)
Based on the life of the first Black dramatic star in a lead role on Broadway, Charles S. Gilpin, who starred in Emperor Jones, written by the legendary playwright Eugene O’Neill.
Gilpin became the darling of the theater world, receiving accolades and recognition that no other Black man had ever received during a time when roles were previously played by white men. Based on the play “N” by Adrienne Earle Pender.
DVD/VOD Release Date: 10/6/20
ONE MORE ORBIT (Documentary)
A daring team of astronauts and aviators fly a high-speed Gulfstream jet around the earth faster than anyone ever has to set the pole-to-pole circumnavigation record. Beginning their mission from the same spot Apollo 11 launched for the moon 50 years before, this tribute to the past, present, and future of space exploration breaks the boundaries of what was previously thought possible.
Featuring a global “cast” including former International Space Station Astronaut Terry Virts, G650 Pilot in Command Jacob Bech, G650 Captain Yevgen Vasylenko, G650 Captain Jeremy Ascough, Payload Specialist, Livestream Engineer, and Photographer Jannicke Mikkelsen FNF, Qatar Executive Flight Engineer Benjamin Rueger, Qatar Executive Flight Attendant Magdalena Starowicz, and Russian Cosmonaut Gennady Padalka. *Companion book also available soon! Trailer: https://youtu.be/1Far0LsPPZ8 DVD/VOD Release Date: 10/6/20
STARS ON GUITARS: THE VENTURES
The Ventures have been thrilling music lovers with songs like “Wipe Out,” “Walk Don’t Run,” and “Hawaii 5-0” for over half a century. Started by Don Wilson and Bob Bogle in 1959, the band went from humble beginnings in Tacoma, WA., to worldwide acclaim, culminating as inductees into the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as the #1 Bestselling Instrumental Rock and Roll Group of all time.
Now, see the story of the world’s most famous instrumental rock and roll band from those who know them the best: movie stars like Billy Bob Thornton, music legends such as Jimmy Page (Led Zeppelin), Jeff “Skunk” Baxter (Steely Dan), The Surfrajettes, Lalo Schifrin (Academy Award winning composer of The Mission Impossible theme), Randy Bachman (Bachman-Turner Overdrive), Josie Cotton, and John Fogarty (Creedence Clearwater Revival).
Witness the rise and influence of the electric guitar and the relevance of the band in pop culture still today, while you rock out to the stellar soundtrack.
FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
A BENNETT SONG HOLIDAY (sequel)
The Bennett-Song family returns for the holidays with some big news- – Mrs. Song is expecting her first baby to add to their diverse roster of 14 adopted children!
While their lives are changing and everyone is going through their own growth, the family will need to team up to take on a powerful real estate developer who is threatening to close down their uncle’s community center for disabled and at-risk kids. A little love, teamwork, and holiday magic is sure to save the day!
DVD/VOD Release Date: 11/10/20
CHRISTMAS WITH A CROWN
When Cassie (Lisa Durupt), a successful woman with a blooming career in the city, returns to her small hometown to revive her family’s Christmas festival, she meets Nicholas (Marcus Rosner), a dashing stranger who volunteers to help organize the event.
Sparks begin to fly between them, but little does she know that he’s really a prince in disguise who’s left his palace right before his important royal coronation.
Nicholas is longing to find the true spirit of the holidays, but his Queen mother (Teryl Rothery) sends her butler (Michael Lazarovitch) to find the prince and save the crown!
It will take a Christmas miracle of royal proportions for Cassie and the Prince to overcome their obligations and for their hearts to meet as one.
DVD/VOD Release Date: 12/1/20
THE FARMER AND THE BELLE: SAVING SANTALAND
Sparks fly when a famous model returns to her small town and runs into her childhood pal who now has a young daughter and a farm. With the town in danger of losing their Santaland festival, they’ll need some big ideas to save the event and discover that true love and beauty comes from within, and miracles can happen with determination and faith. A true story!
DVD/VOD Release Date: 11/17/20
THE KEY TO CHRISTMAS
When a disgruntled elf named Winnie (Samriddhi Singh) sees her chance to take over the North Pole, she uses a magical machine to turn time backwards on Jolly Old Santa Claus (Scott Osborne) and he begins getting younger– and fast!
With Mrs. Claus (Sadie Dilcock) captured and in candy cane jail, it’s up to a loyal elf names Lovey (Katherine Alpen), a little girl with a magical key (Camryn Macdonald), and the now-teenage Santa to turn forward the hands of time and save the future of Christmas.
DVD/VOD Release Date: 11/10/20
SKY DOG
When Colt Lifestone (Daniel Kundsen), a high school senior working on his pilot’s license, rescues a stray dog named Oreo, the two quickly become best friends.
His normal quiet life is turned upside down though when he finds out that his mom (Jeannine Thompson) is actually an undercover CIA agent lead by Director Neil Glasswell (Dean Cain)!
When she’s captured and held hostage, he’ll need to team up with Oreo and his new friend Alice (Vickie Lynn Smith) to find his mother, uncover the double agents within the CIA, and save the day.
Themes include: family, friends, purpose, and living life with meaning. Original music by Zach Maurer.
DVD/VOD Release Date: 10/20/20
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
