variety The Faith and Media Initiative (FAMI) will host its first Breakfast on Spirituality and Faith in Entertainment on February 13th in Los Angeles. Starring Hilary Swank, Roma Downey, and Rainn Wilson.
Swank is the two-time Academy Award-winning actress from “Million Dollar Baby.”” and “Boys Don’t Cry”” We speak to Mark Malkin, senior culture and events writer. varietyspoke about his creative connections with faith-based entertainment, including the film “Ordinary Angels,” which will be released in theaters February 23rd by Lionsgate.
Downey, an Emmy-nominated actress and producer, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of Lightworkers Media, speaks with Cynthia Littleton. Variety The co-editor-in-chief discusses her pioneering work in spiritual and faith-related television and film. Roman also executive produces and stars in the upcoming Prime Video series “The Baxters.”
Wilson, an award-winning actor, screenwriter, producer, and author, speaks with senior entertainment writer Angelique Jackson. varietywill discuss his latest projects, including writing the recent New York Times bestseller “Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution.”
This invitation-only event spotlights opportunities to cover religion and faith from a non-sectarian perspective in entertainment and media. The breakfast session provides new perspectives on consumer attitudes, market opportunities and innovative storytelling.
Additionally, research from the largest-ever global faith and entertainment study will be presented, showing that viewers overwhelmingly say they want to see accurate depictions of faith and religion in storytelling; Other research results will also be presented. A follow-up panel discussion was moderated by President Andrew Wallenstein. variety The Intelligence Platform features Dritan Nesho, CEO of HarrisX, and Brooke Zaugg, Executive Director of Faith & Media Initiative.
Other highlights include a panel discussion, “Breakthroughs in Spiritual Storytelling,” featuring Neil Harmon, CEO of Angel Studios; Devon Franklin, CEO of Franklin Entertainment and producer of “Flamin’ Hot”;” And “a miracle from heaven””Shakyna Bolden, vice president of digital revenue and experience operations, Will Packer Productions; and Jennifer Quinton, head of content programming at Audible.
“There is an untapped market in entertainment media,” said Brooke Zaugg, Executive Director of FAMI. “Around the world, consumers are demanding more accurate portrayals of faith and spirituality. This isn’t about creating faith content, but rather about adding faith fluency and diverse stories to TV and film. Not only is it good business, it’s also a valuable opportunity to create empathy and understanding. We’re excited to bring together and listen to diverse voices in the industry to share how we can do this in artistic, authentic and entertaining ways.”
“variety “We have always promoted inclusive storytelling,” said Dear Lawrence, chief operating officer and marketing officer. variety. “We love seeing movies and TV shows that inspire audiences and make them feel good.”
