Breaking New Ground

which we will tell the story of our people. Their struggles, their triumphs and their faith. I want visitors to know us and to feel our history. And when they see it, ' he added whimsically, I want them to cry.' " Prophecy came true when that film was an incredible success. Member and non-members alike all enjoyed the film. Just a short few years later, the First Presidency of the church called Merrill in for a meeting, once again. They wanted a new film to replace Legacy. A committee for the film actually had something closely resembling a script ready for Merrill. He knew it would not fly, so he received permission to rewrite it as a genuine movie script. Whatever he did to the script worked like a charm, because it truly is a film that will make you cry. One other thing worth mentioning here is the depiction of Christ.

The 2002 Olympics are on their way to Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. If you happen to be in the area in the next year, I suggest you take a quick visit to the Joseph Smith Memorial Building and catch showing of Testament: of One Fold and One Shepard. This is not necessarily a film for only the Christian; it is also for everyone who truly enjoys a breathtaking drama.

If you would like more information about this film, a great article to read is one written by the director of the film. He gives great insight into the story behind the film, as well as the intensive process he went through in creating the movie. It is definitely worth a look: "Behind the Scenes with the Director of Testaments" - Meridian Magazine.

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