Quintessential Directors: Barry Jenkins
A brief look at two Barry Jenkins films that have established him as one of the greatest filmmakers of our time.
The Prophet's Son (2012)
The Prophet's Son combines action, drama, and romance as it addresses teen violence, dating, pregnancy, gangs, drug abuse, family conflict, and politics inviting nuclear war. As society crumbles, faith in God becomes the only path of hope.
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The Prophet's Son combines action, drama, and romance as it addresses teen violence, dating, pregnancy, gangs, drug abuse, family conflict, and politics inviting nuclear war. As society crumbles, faith in God becomes the only path of hope.
Rating:PG
Genre:Drama
Written By:Sun Hui East
In Theaters:9/28/2012
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Runtime:100 minutes
Studio:A Strong Foundation, Holyword Productions
Cast
Josiah David Warren, Paul Anthony McLean
Director
Josiah David Warren
Abel Benjamin
Alexandra Harris
Juliet Oscar
Paul Anthony McLean
Pastor Daniel Benjamin
Christiona Haley
Rachel
Taurean Cavins-Flores
Obadiah Benjamin
Laura Hercha
Esther Benjamin
Bonnie York
Michelle Oscar
David Bittinger
Drug Dealer
Chloe Flores
Daisy
Nicole Forshey
Gift Shop Owner
Lauren Gardner
Debbie
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