Local Filmmaker Teams Up with Hollywood Film Star to Promote Indiana Debut of 'The Genesis Code'
Fred Thompson to help raise the Nationwide Profile of the film
Contact: Mark VanderWal, 616-813-9373
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 31, 2011 /
Christian Newswire/ -- The highly anticipated Christian film "The Genesis Code" will premiere in Indiana theatres on November 4.
A film from American Epic Entertainment, calls Christians to renew their faith in God, become more engaged in publicly defending the Biblical explanation of creation and speaking up against the cultural trend to silence Christians.
"I'm very excited to have the film opening in my home state of Indiana," said Executive Producer and star of 'The Genesis Code,' Reverend Jerry Zandstra. "The foundations of conservative family values are being attacked on all fronts. Our hope would be that after viewing the film, families, teachers, pastors and students alike would find their voice to confront the forces that work to silence conservatives in areas like science, creation and life issues," commented Zandstra.
"The Genesis Code" is an independent faith-based film which explores the intersection of science and faith as well as other issues facing Christians today. The film stars Logan Bartholomew and Kelsey Sanders as college students whose chance meeting leads to a burgeoning relationship and a journey of spiritual discovery. The supporting cast includes Oscar-winners Louise Fletcher and Ernest Borgnine, former presidential candidate Fred Thompson, and Reverend Jerry Zandstra, who also served as the Executive Producer.
"The Genesis Code" explores three major issues facing Christians today. One issue is the alleged conflict between religious and scientific explanations for the beginning of the universe. The film also explores the often ignored story of discrimination against Christians on college campuses. Finally, the film deals with end-of-life issues, as Logan Bartholomew's character fights to prolong the life of his comatose mother when his grandparents attempt to remove her from life support against his wishes and despite the possibility of recovery.
Former U.S. Senator and movie star Fred Thompson will be lending Jerry Zandstra his support to help publicize The Genesis Code in the days leading up to its release.
Dr. Zandstra's Bio -- Jerry Zandstra is the Vice President of Strategic Affairs for American Epic Entertainment, LLC. Jerry has a Bachelor's degree from Calvin College, two Masters Degrees from Calvin Seminary, a Doctorate from Trinity University, and a PhD from Western Michigan University. Jerry is an ordained pastor in the Christian Reformed Church in North America, and teaches global economics at Cornerstone University. Prior to his involvement in the film industry he was a Director at the Acton Institute for the Study of Religion and Liberty, and ran for the United States Senate. Jerry resides in Grand Rapids, Michigan with his wife and has three sons. He grew up in Highland, Indiana.
