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Filming has begun on the sequel to the faith based film ‘Unbroken’
The sequel “Unbroken: Path To Redemption” tells the inspiring and powerful tale of Louis “Louie” Zamperini’s post-World War II struggle to find peace and forgiveness after his brutal treatment as a Japanese prisoner of war.
“Audiences have long wanted to see the ‘second part’ of Louie Zamperini’s story brought to life,” said Executive Producer Bill Reeves, President of The WTA Group. “How he found redemption, overcame deep personal struggles and ultimately forgave his captors makes for an inspiring, beautiful film.”
“Unbroken: Path To Redemption” stars Samuel Hunt (“Chicago P.D.”) as Zamperini; Merritt Patterson (“The Royals”) as his wife, Cynthia; and Will Graham as his own grandfather, evangelist Billy Graham. “Like my father and grandfather before me, I’m blessed to have been able to answer a call to evangelism,” Will Graham, Vice President of Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, said. “But knowing how God used Billy Graham in Louie Zamperini’s life, I couldn’t pass the opportunity to portray him in this inspiring story.”
Wrestling with untreated Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and suffering constant nightmares about his savage merciless camp guard-Cpl. Mutsuhiro Watanabe, known to the men he ruled over as “The Bird”-Louie fell into alcoholism, depression and despair.During fall 1949, Cynthia convinced Louie to attend a Billy Graham crusade. Deeply affected by Graham’s preaching, Louie made a commitment to Christ that restored his faith. He quit drinking, found that his nightmares had vanished and began the extraordinary healing process of forgiving his captors.”Before PTSD even had a name or diagnosis, far too many World War II veterans like Louie battled this invisible pain,” said Glenn Ross, General Manger and Executive Vice President, Universal 1440 Entertainment. “‘Unbroken: Path To Redemption’ shines a powerful light on their struggles and how Louie became a beacon of hope to us all.”
“The strength, courage and faith of Louis Zamperini is remarkable. His struggles, his shortcomings, and above all, his story of redemption weaves together many important lessons for all generations,” said Michael Scott, Pure Flix founding partner. “Pure Flix is honored to bring the true story of Zamperini’s life and legacy to theaters as we know it will inspire and transform audiences.”
Watch this clip of Louis “Louie” Zamperini on hearing Billy Graham preach for the first time:
