There's a reason we choose to get behind the films we do. And The Girl on the Bridge is a really special one.

I arrived back in Aus on Mar 10th from the US. I felt sick when I got home and I had visited the Netflix building in LA which had since been shut down because of the virus. I was told by someone they wanted to quickly test for Covid. I sat in the testing facility and watched them turn away probably 90% of the people who were walking up to get tested … because they didn’t qualify at that point. Most of the people being turned away had fear in their eyes. Sitting waiting to go in for my test (which I was negative for) made me think that this pandemic will create fear and anxiety and that the potential flow on is depression and suicide peaking to new heights. I immediately new that our call to share stories of hope would potentially go to a new level as well!

As I pondered this a film came across our desks. THE GIRL ON THE BRIDGE is a film that tackles mental health and suicide in a way like I have never seen before. Its been described as ‘more than a film … a window into the soul of a survivor’ and ‘a declaration of hope’. We’ve dedicated ourselves, our team and our resources to making sure this film gets out there across Australia UNLIKE any other project in our 16 year history.

The Girl On The Bridge releases for the first time in Australia from October 10. The film will be available to watch online and in select cinemas nationally.

The Girl on the Bridge | Official Trailer | Coming to Australia October 2020

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HOW TO ENTER OUR 'SAINT JUDY' FACEBOOK COMPETITION!


We have 5 double passes to SAINT JUDY to give away, exclusive to you, our Movies Change People friends! Winners will be drawn Monday 17th August, and it's super easy to enter, just follow the steps below!



1. Go to the SAINT JUDY website to see which cinema near you is playing!
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2. Head to our Facebook post (by clicking below), and in the comments tag a friend, along with which cinema you would like to watch it together. For example, "Hey [tagged bestie], let's see this at EVENT ROBINA!"
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That's all. Best of luck!


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Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable - Official Trailer

AVAILABLE NOW to watch on our ONLINE PREMIERES platform!

Bethany Hamilton will always be “the surfer who lost an arm to a shark, and got back on the board.”
But her story didn’t end when she did that, losing that left arm to a tiger shark in Hawaii in 2003. It didn’t so much as pause when she got back in the water seemingly overnight. It didn’t conclude with a flourish, when her guts and joy for the sport were celebrated in “Soul Surfer,” a warm and winning faith-based drama about her triumph against the odds.
“Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable” picks up the story since then, a classic surf documentary with lots of waves, curls and rides coupled with the personal story of a professional surfer, struggling to compete, but already “one of the most famous surfers on the planet” thanks to what that shark did, and how she responded.

Making terrific use of extensive archival footage, intimate home movies and some breathtakingly-shot wave action, this film details Bethany's sun-kissed childhood, rise to fame and continuing quest to challenge herself.
Like Hamilton herself, this is a film that doesn't pull any punches about the challenges she has faced (including participating with her husband Adam on The Amazing Race and starring in the saccharinely sweet family film Dolphin Tale 2), but it's also a celebration of both faith and the power of nature.

“Incredibly inspiring” —Film Inquiry

“Poignant and inspiring, this documentary explores how Hamilton's deeply held faith, persistent optimism, and passion for surfing help her succeed against all odds.” —Common Sense Media

“Visually, the audience will be captivated by the powerful vistas, but the audience’s heart will be moved by the triumphant spirit of Hamilton and her faith” —Dove

“An unvarnished look at someone who successfully beat away the doubts of others” —The Gate

“Even someone who knows nothing about surfing can’t help but sit mouth agape at Hamilton’s athleticism, optimism and determination.” —The LA Times

“A celebration of both faith and the power of nature.”—Stuff

“Impossible not to be moved by her strength and attitude.” —Film Inquiry

“You'll feel like you're in the water with Hamilton. Audiences will be awestruck” —Common Sense Media

“Truly jaw-dropping moments in the waves” —The LA Times

“The well told story of a life lived well”—The Gate

"Her story is for the ages” —Film Inquiry

“A reminder that our struggles and limitations don’t define who we are or our potential” —Dove

“Entertaining and rousing documentary”—Film Inquiry

“This is a film that doesn't pull any punches about the challenges she has faced” —Stuff

UNSTOPPABLE - Available NOW on PREMIERES!

Bright Ones (2019) Official Trailer | Movie Clips (Oct 25 - Nov 3, 2019)

BRIGHT ONES - new film from BETHEL MUSIC - AVAILABLE NOW!

"An uplifting and moving film that will inspire the whole family." —Cross Rhythms

What happens when a group of talented kids from a performing arts school are faced with an impossible challenge - to create a showcase that teaches the world how they were created to shine?

The film draws on the talent of the young members of Bethel’s musical project of the same name. Featuring youthful, upbeat versions of Bethel songs, such as the mega-successful No Longer Slaves, Bright Ones follows the adventures of a group of teens as they prepare for a showcase at their performing arts school. Think High School Musical, but with a message of using your life to shine bright and change the world. 

From the creative minds of award-winning Bethel Music and by writer/directors Fred Vassallo and David Norona, this high energy and heartfelt story combines incredible dance with powerful songs to reveal that even kids can change the world, when they find their voice. 

The CEO of Bethel Music, Joel Taylor, said, "We truly feel like this film is the fruit of our community's culture. To see the next generation rising up and leading while being confident in their gifts and identities in Christ is a powerful thing.”

"Though fun and light, the film never speaks down to kids; It actually calls them up to a higher level with the message that their voices matter and they can change the world no matter what their age. Combining powerful, uplifting music and dance, Bright Ones is a great encouragement to be bold and brave and shine brightly."—Lightworkers

"What carries this film through is the unexpected acting ability of the cast and the undeniable quality of the music." —Cross Rhythms

"What absolutely pulls the movie together are the musical numbers. The kids are spot on dancers and musicians, and there is real power in the songs they sing."—Lightworkers

"A life-affirming celebration of God-breathed creativity while conveying messages to young people which go way, way deeper than the shallow sloganeering of many evangelical films and which will right true to young people of no church-going background." —Cross Rhythms

"There is something organic in the voices of the teachers and the performance of the kids that feels like they are living the message, not just trying to convince people they are." —Lightworkers

“You are made to shine, but for who?”

“Sometimes messes turn into really cool moments.”

“Telling the truth can be scary sometimes. But man, it feels good.”

“Maybe people seeing who you really are is a good thing.”

“Sometimes your destiny begins with one small leap of faith.”

“Telling your story can change people’s lives.”

Bethel Music's BRIGHT ONES - August 5

Saint Judy | In Cinemas August 20 | Official 2020 Trailer

SAINT JUDY IS COMING TO CINEMAS ON AUGUST 20

Start planning your outing back to the cinemas now!

“A triumph of the underdog.” —Common Sense Media

Saint Judy tells the inspirational true story of immigration attorney Judy Wood and her fight that changed American asylum law forever. In her first case, Judy represents a woman forced to flee her home country after being persecuted by the Taliban for opening a school for girls. While juggling her life as a single mother, Judy fights tenacious battles in and out of court, not only saving her client's life, but changing the Law of Asylum in the United States. This case has saved the lives of thousands of other persecuted women around the world. Like "Erin Brockovich," "Saint Judy" tells the story of a remarkable woman who overcame tremendous odds, and reminds us how one person can change the world.

MICHELLE MONAGHAN as Judy Wood
 LEEM LUBANY as Asefa Ashwari
 COMMON as Benjamin Adebayo
 PETER KRAUSE as Matthew
 with ALFRED MOLINA as Ray Hernandez
 and ALFRE WOODARD as Judge Benton

By her own testimony, attorney-at-law Judy Wood came to immigration law as a result of a vision which was given to her in 1984. She saw hands reaching out of a jail cell and heard her name being called to help. The hands and voices were of Salvadoran political prisoners, who were stranded in El Salvador during the 1980's when the Civil War was raging. Immediately she heeded the call, went to Los Angeles and began working with several refugee and immigrant agencies. She has been working tirelessly ever since.

A devout Christian, throughout the decades Wood’s spiritual fervor inspired in her the conviction to pursue paths that seem almost impossible to cross and doors that appear to be closed forever. She earned the nickname "Saint Judy" from the many women and men who felt she saved their lives by her dogged diligence in cases involving deportation.

She says, “When I first started in this business, I decided to never work on a case haphazardly, but to do so only with the intention to provide my clients with the best results possible,” she says. “It amazes me to see how these results have transformed their lives, and I am grateful to have played a role in that transformation.”

“I think that, if you have faith, and you do what's right, and you keep doing it, and you give your life to it, you will succeed,' she said. 'You will change the nature of life on the planet. I really believe that.”

“Judy’s not perfect, but her willingness to put herself out there and keep pushing and nudging and scraping even when the case seems hopeless and people would rather she shut up? In my eyes, that makes Judy Wood a saint.” —LA Times

“Wood’s achievement deserves to be celebrated.” —Variety

“Wood — who has a quiet confidence and an intensity to do the right thing — and this Afgani woman together changed the world for the better.” —Deadline

"SAINT JUDY isn’t just the story of one woman’s sacrifice but a reminder that there are still good people struggling to help those who don’t have a voice.” —AWFJ

“Riveting and heartfelt.” —movieweb

“Timely and inspiring.” —filmthreat

“Engaging and moving.” —The Hollywood Reporter

“Honest and emotionally powerful.” —Common Sense Media

Don't miss out on seeing this film in cinemas!

Currently SAINT JUDY will be releasing on AUGUST 20 in EVENT, HOYTS and VILLAGE cinemas around Australia.

WATCH THIS SPACE and our social media channels as we add more cinemas and keep you informed!

SAINT JUDY IS COMING TO CINEMAS!

And we are going to give away $1500 worth of prizes to celebrate!

One of 16x SINGLE PASSES TO WATCH JUNGLE BEAT: THE MOVIE 

One of 16x PASSES TO WATCH ONE OF THE FILMS IN OUR "ENCORE" RANGE

One of 16x HOLY MOLY BUNDLES (5-6 episodes of great kid’s content!)

Simply head to (or back to) our COMPETITION FACEBOOK POST by clicking the image below and then:

2. In the COMMENTS tell us 3 THINGS you remember about being 16!

Here are some of the things WE remember about being SIXTEEN. Just to inspire you...

Midnight Oil’s ‘no-nuclear weapons’ concert!

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Can you tell we are all different ages at MOVIES CHANGE PEOPLE?

Winners will be randomly selected from the comments of the competition post (the one linked to this blog page) and drawn on Monday 24th July 4pm. We will put the winners names into the comments of the competition post as well as contacting them personally via Facebook Messenger.

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