Local Charleston, SC Film “Frederick Douglass: No Turning Back” receives Silver Crown Award at ICVM in Nashville, TN
Frederick Douglass: No Turning Back receives Silver Crown Award at ICVM in Nashville
The award-winning film, Frederick Douglass, No Turning Back, in worldwide distribution through Bridgestone Multimedia Group has won a Silver Crown Award in the 51st Crown Awards competition at the International Christian Media Convention in Nashville.
The film, starring Kyle Taylor, explores the success of Frederick Douglass’ national tour in 1872, as he thrilled and inspired audiences across America sharing his journey from slavery to national leader. He also shares his quest to abolish all types of slavery in the world and promote lasting freedom in America. His wisdom and brilliant wit are very timely for today.
The film was created by adapter, director and producer, Chris Weatherhead, from all three autobiographies of Mr. Douglass, and features nationally known actor, Clarence Felder, as Pastor Brewster, leader of an integrated church who has brought Mr. Douglass to speak. By this time, the nation had completed the civil war, and passage of the 13th, 14th and 15th Amendments of the US Constitution.
Mr. Taylor and Ms. Weatherhead are available for interviews about the journey of this film and its relevance.World distribution of the film is through Bridgestone Multimedia Group/Twin Engines.
The film can be viewed for free on Encourage TV – Click HERE.
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“…a theatrical triumph…so real…so raw and so poignant…” – Mark Leon, Charleston Daily.Net
Chris Weatherhead-Felder – adaptor/producer/director – ccfelder@aol.com
Actors’ Theatre of South Carolina www.ActorsTheatreOfSC.org