The year of faith-based films continues with the upcoming release of “Wayward: The Prodigal Son” – based on the popular biblical parable of a lost child returning home. The film will arrive in U.S movie theaters on November 7th.
The film tells the story of Tyler McMillan, a pampered rich kid who gets it all and almost loses everything, including his own life. Tyler’s father’s last wish is for his rebellious son to return to him once again.
Rob Diamond – who wrote, directed, and produced the inspirational film – discussed why the “Prodigal Son” parable resonated with him.
“I made ‘Wayward: The Prodigal Son’ because the Biblical story has always touched a deep place in my soul,” he said. “I have been on the receiving end of forgiveness many times for the mistakes I’ve made in my life. It’s the perfect story of love, redemption and forgiveness.”
The release of “Wayward” follows the success of faith-based films such as “Heaven is for Real,” “Son of God,” and “God’s Not Dead.” Diamond said that he created “Wayward” for “my Maker first and foremost,” but that the film will touch a broad audience.
Cedar Fort Entertainment has chosen to use a portion of the promotional budget for “Wayward” to raise awareness of resources available for at-risk youth and addiction recovery options. Billboards and posters direct the public to HeStrays.com.
“Of course, despite a parent’s best efforts,” Spencer Harden adds, “many children fall into life-threatening behavior patterns every year, much to their own despair and that of their loved ones. In addition to an uplifting and entertaining film, we hope to offer hope and resources to the lost and struggling and their families.”
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