Maybe that's why it worked out so well. He added, "You're talking about a very successful property. The powers that be that put this together are really on to something. And the filmmakers have kept their success close to home. Alex Kendrick said the church used the profits from the movie to buy 82 acres of land and build a recreation center for the town, equipped with eight tennis courts, eight basketball courts and an equestrian area. A baseball diamond is on the way.
He's confident "Fireproof" will remain a successful brand. Share this on:. Story Highlights "Fireproof" about a firefighter having marriage problems Film was produced by a church, aimed some marketing at churches "Fireproof" successful in theaters, now success on DVD, has become a brand Next Article in Entertainment ». Kirk Cameron stars in "Fireproof," a film he was attracted to for its many themes, he said. Crazy credits Before the end credits, a Biblical verse is shown: "But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
User reviews Review. Top review. Ignore the nattering nabobs of negativity. I am a born-again Christian. I am also somewhat of a film snob who counts movies among his favorites that are decidedly R rated I have no problem with sin being presented in movies as long as it's not presented as something good , and some of my favorites are over years old. Just to let you know where this review is coming from. With "Fireproof" the Kendrick brothers have matured. Their first film, "Flywheel," was a wonderful story with almost no budget, and amateurishly done.
Then came "Facing the Giants," which was pretty good but ultimately forgettable. Yes, it is explicitly Christian in its message. Yes, it upholds the sanctity of marriage and celebrates a man fighting for all he's worth to win the love of a wife who's filing for divorce. Yes, there are two or three moments where the sentimentality goes just a bit over the top. If any of these statements about "Fireproof" close your mind to it, that's your loss, but God bless you as you pass on this one to go see something lighter or edgier.
But I promise you, I was very pleasantly surprised at just how good this film is. Highly recommended for anyone old enough to appreciate the opposite sex. FAQ 2. Is "Fireproof" based on a book? Are all the actors real-life Christians?
Details Edit. Release date September 26, United States. United States. So, for one scene, the producers had to get creative. Fireproof is the perfect date movie, and going to see it opening weekend is crucial to its success. How well it does at the box office that weekend will determine the reach it has in America and worldwide. For more information and to find a theater, visit www. After bumping into director Alex Kendrick and producer Jim McBride in an airport following the completion of Facing the Giants , Cameron and his son watched a copy of the movie they gave them.
Cameron later showed it to his whole family and it instantly became a favorite. Time passed and the part was still to be filled so Kendrick called Cameron to audition for the part.
But he agreed to audition. Kendrick gave him the nine most intense scenes of the script. Although different from the roles he typically plays, Cameron made the cut and chose to work on the film as a volunteer — just like the other cast members. In appreciation, Sherwood Baptist Church made a donation to Camp Firefly, a camp for sick children and their parents founded by Cameron and his wife, actress Chelsea Noble.
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