Coming Soon to the Big Screen - Greater

The best stories in life are the true ones - the inspirational ones. Greater - the story of Brandon Burlsworth is one of those stories. Greater releases in theatres on January 29/16 - and it's one I'll be watching.

"Brandon Burlsworth is perhaps the greatest walk-on in the history of college football. Brandon dreamed of playing for the Arkansas Razorbacks, but was told he wasn’t good enough to play Division I ball. Undeterred, Brandon took a risk and walked on in 1994. Written off by fellow teammates and coaches, Brandon displayed dogged determination in the face of staggering odds. The awkward kid who once was an embarrassment to his teammates and an annoyance to his coaches, ended up becoming the most respected player in the history of the program, changing the lives of all he touched.

Greater stars Neal McDonough (the CW’s Arrow, Band of Brothers) and newcomer Chris Severio as lead character Brandon Burlsworth, the unlikely star football player at the University of Arkansas whose inspiring life and legacy taught family, friends and fans about the greater purposes and lasting impact of a life lived for God."

Check out the trailer below.....and watch for my review.

Coming Soon to the Big Screen - 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi

13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi from Paramount Pictures, releases in theatres on January 15/16. I've seen the promos for it, and it's one I would like to see. And - it's a true story.....

The film, directed by Michael Bay, stars John Krasinski, Max Martini, and Toby Stevens.

"The movie depicts the courage and sacrifice of the men who fought to save the lives of their fellow citizens in Benghazi against overwhelming forces. They knew they were headed into a doomed battle, but their honor and bravery committed them to protect as many lives as possible."

Check out the featurette below and meet the real-life heroes who fought in the Battle of Benghazi. The video recounts what was most important to them as they headed to battle – their faith, their belief in God, and their conviction to do the right thing always – even if it meant sacrificing their lives.

“Faith teaches you how to live with courage, how to live with honor, gives you something to strive for. To me, that’s the American spirit.”

“I’ve always had that strong relationship with God. And that’s what’s gotten me through in life.”