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A New larryboy movie – Is it True?

| Faith and Family Flicks News and Notes

Hey everyone! Big news for VeggieTales fans—especially those who love our favorite suction cup-eared superhero, LarryBoy! I heard that Big Idea Content Group announced a brand-new LARRYBOY theatrical movie coming soon! And according to IMDBPro, the title of the new movie is LarryBoy Begins. That’s right, It looks like LarryBoy is finally making his big-screen debut!

“VeggieTales has always been the gold standard for faith-based kids’ animation,” says Art Ayris. “And there’s no better way to bring that magic to theaters than putting LarryBoy and all those classic VeggieTales characters front and center again.”

The VeggieTales franchise is the most successful faith-based children’s series ever, with over $1.7 billion in retail sales. And Big Idea has already released two theatrical films—Jonah: A VeggieTales Movie back in 2002 and The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything in 2008—earning over $39 million at the box office combined. This new LarryBoy Begins film will continue that legacy with the faith-friendly storytelling, wacky humor, and silly songs fans have come to love.

The cast features familiar voices, including Mike Nawrocki as Larryboy, Kirk Cameron as the Barber, and many others voices returning to bring new and old characters to life.

“LarryBoy is a fan favorite and who doesn’t love a superhero with plungers on the side of his head?” says Leslie Ferrell, SVP at Big Idea. “Fans have been asking for more, and now they’re finally going to get it. We’re excited to bring a movie the whole family can enjoy.”

While the plot is still under wraps, Producer Dan Merrell is leading the charge with a team of talented writers, ready to give LarryBoy his first big-screen adventure.

“I’ve loved LarryBoy for decades,” says Merrell. “I can’t wait for longtime fans and new audiences alike to experience a fresh VeggieTales film that honors the classics while delivering some fun surprises.”

🎙️ I am looking forward to seeing LarryBoy to swing into theaters in LarryBoy Begins, plungers and all! So Veggietales fans, be on the lookout for updates and a theatrical release date.

Plungers Away! Dave Almgren – Faith and Family Films News and Notes

Where Does Hope Grow?

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In a heartwarming blend of faith, film, and fun, Two Pastors, Popcorn, and a Movie caught up with the creative force behind Where Hope Grows and its unforgettable star, David DeSanctis. What followed was a rich conversation full of laughter, insight, and soul—as they unpacked the movie’s powerful message, shared real-life reflections, and bonded over their mutual love for buttery popcorn and meaningful cinema. The movie hit the big screen a few years ago and is now currently streaming on Netflix. Check out our interview—you won’t want to miss it!

First Takes With Fiona

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Two Pastors, Popcorn and a Movie teams up with “First Takes with Fiona”. Check out the audience reactions to the Amazon film “Blue Angels”. This incredible film is available now on Amazon Prime. Check it out this weekend.

The wind and the reckoning is a must-see film!

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What would you do for your family if there was a threat to your survival? Would you sacrifice everything? Would you lay down your life? Those are a few of the questions I was left to ponder after watching the new film from director/producer David L Cunningham called “The Wind and the Reckoning.” David has produced numerous films, including Running with Grace, To End All Wars, Path to 911 and After.

This is a story that I thought I was familiar with, but I came to find out I knew very little about the history and nothing about the personal stories behind the island of Molokai. I was very intrigued to see this film, and I moved, inspired and have grown to love the Hawaiian culture. The movie was beautifully shot in Hawaii during the pandemic, as the cast and crew all lived in a bubble for the duration of the production.

What is the story about?

1893.  Based on real-life historical events as told through the memoirs of Pi’ilani herself. The Hawaiian Kingdom has been overthrown by a Western power just as an outbreak of leprosy engulfs the tropical paradise. The new government orders all Native Hawaiians suspected of having the foreign disease banished permanently to a remote colony on the island of Moloka’i that is known as ‘the island of the living grave.’ When a local cowboy named Ko’olau and his young son Kalei contract the dreaded disease, they refuse to allow their family to be separated, sparking an armed clash with brutal white island authorities that will make Ko’olau and his wife, Pi’ilani, heroes for the ages.

This movie is an entertaining, moving and an inspirational film that everyone should take the time to see. Don’t miss the opportunity to see this film on the BIG screen and to experience the story and the majestic island of Hawaii.

The Wind and the Reckoning opened November 2022 in Hawaii to great success and is releasing on the mainland in May 16 in Dallas, Portland and LA and in NYC May 26th 2023.

Click here for theater showtimes and locations: https://www.windandreckoning.com/

Check out the trailer below: