Pastor's Kid
In Theaters Only March 15
Pastor’s Kid is a raw R-rated faith film based on the true story of a testimony filmed at Mariners Church in Southern California. The film shows the reality of the world of those caught in substance abuse and the hope that can be found through authentic faith in Jesus. Its unique “Art-House” approach drops the audience right into the world of our character and documents her everyday life as she wrestles with her painful past and searches to find freedom for her future. This authentic style makes it a film that both people of faith and those not of faith can enjoy and have discussions about afterwards
In this true story of faith and redemption, college student, Riley, runs from her painful past of abuse and religious hypocrisy. However, God has other plans for Riley when an unforeseen circumstance compels her to confront the very source of her anguish – her estranged mother. Faced with the choice to either continue running from her demons or confront them head-on, Riley embarks on a powerful journey of faith, redemption, and healing. As she unravels the layers of her painful childhood, Riley discovers the transformative power of forgiveness and the strength to break free from the chains of her past.
Ben Ironside Koppin
Benjamin Ironside Koppin is an award winning Director and Cinematographer who intermixes humor with honesty in each of his films. As an Emmy Winning Cinematographer he shoots his own films allowing his passion for collaborating with actors to push each other to find what is authentic within each moment. As a student of improvisation himself, he loves to allow actors the freedom to explore pursuing beautiful mistakes instead of manufactured moments.
Courtney Bandeko
Courtney Bandeko is an accomplished actress, gaining a cult fan following after playing the character Finch on the hit CW show Legacies. She brings both honesty and depth to each role, pulling the audience deeper into her character's journeys. Courtney is unafraid to take her performances to raw and vulnerable places.