WHERE HOPE GROWS Takes on Blockbuster Box Office Films
Resilient Grassroots and Word of Mouth Promotions, for Solid 3-Day Weekend Opening
Film's Facebook Page Lights Up With Audience Endorsements, Hits 10.4 Million Trailer Views & 481,000+ Likes
DAVID DESANCTIS, STEREOTYPE SHATTERING LEAD ACTOR WITH DOWN SYNDROME CAPTURES AUDIENCE HEARTS WITH INSPIRING, EMOTIONAL STORY
LOS ANGELES, May 18, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- In a David vs. Goliath move, Roadside Attractions, Stealth Tiger Entertainment and Godspeed Pictures released the inspiring film shattering stereotypes about disabilities, WHERE HOPE GROWS on May 15, 2015 against giants Pitch Perfect 2 and Mad Max in a limited release covering 276 locations for a solid 3-day weekend box office total of $490,000 (est.).
The film's Facebook page, www.facebook.com/wherehopegrows, lights up with audience endorsements, 10.4 million Trailer views and 481,000+ Likes, winning fans everywhere and pleasing audiences nationwide, to rave reviews.
A passion project for the filmmakers, WHERE HOPE GROWS released as counter-programing to the major studio's multi-million dollar blockbuster fueled campaigns this weekend. Driven by grassroots initiatives, PR and word of mouth, the underdog strategy paid off for this 2014 Heartland Film Festival Audience Choice Award winner. Audiences turned out for this inspirational story of a washed up baseball player (Kristoffer Polaha) who forms an unlikely friendship with a young man with Down syndrome (David DeSanctis). Watch trailer here: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tN7TlwduYsM.
"This inspiring movie shatters stereotypes of those with Down syndrome and illustrates the power of friendship, love... and hope. A story that is real and honest with an ending that you didn't see coming, Where Hope Grows is a movie you will want to see."
- Beth Sullivan, Huffington Post
"We are thrilled with the reaction WHERE HOPE GROWS is having on moviegoers across the country. As an independent film, this campaign was truly a David vs. Goliath story driven purely by grassroots, PR and word of mouth," said producer Simran Singh. "We knew we had something special with this powerful, inspiring story. To see it come alive with David DeSanctis in the role of Produce, the talented directing by Chris Dowling and the quality of work from the entire cast and crew is simply incredible. It is so rewarding to hear all of the positive feedback from moviegoers. With the stiff competition entering the Memorial Day weekend, we need the public's support more than ever to keep the momentum going so everyone has a chance to see it!"
Below please find what the press and other leaders are saying across the country:
"…Chris Dowling hits a solid double with "Where Hope Grows," his intelligently affecting faith-based drama about a fallen-from-grace baseball player who needs a shot at redemption, and a young grocery clerk who could use a best buddy while dealing with Down syndrome."
-Joe Leydon, Variety
"…appealing performance turned in by David DeSanctis, a young man with Down syndrome in his first acting role."
- Neil Genzlinger, New York Times
"earnest…touching…Kristopher Polaha makes for an appealing lead as Calvin Campbell…"
-Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times
"Polaha brings the kind of gravitas that comes with a veteran actor taking on a familiar role, while newcomer DeSanctis makes up for his lack of training with an enthusiasm that is infectious."
-Rick Bentley, Fresno Bee
"It's an inspiring movie that could transform our society's views of people with Down syndrome."
- Christian Hamaker, Christian Post
"The film poignantly illustrates the power of a hug, of a kind word, of determination to be optimistic amid life's hardships."
-Focus on the Family
"This film is a shining example of what the Special Olympics mission is all about – promoting acceptance and inclusion and breaking down the barriers that exist for people with intellectual disabilities."
-Patrick McClenahan, President & CEO, Special Olympics World Games – Los Angeles 2015.
Support for the film continues to pour in with social media recognition from stars and sports figures, including music stars Gwen Stefani, Nicole Scherzinger, Taboo from the Black Eyed Peas, Sugarland, actors Rainn Wilson, Goldie Hawn, Michael Rooker, Michael Rosenbaum, David Henrie, NFL star Kurt Warner, LA Angels' Albert Pujols, LA Dodgers' Darnell Sweeney, LA Lakers' Jeremy Lin, Cleveland Cavaliers' Kyrie Irving, comedian Andy Richter and many more!
To learn more about WHERE HOPE GROWS and to purchase tickets near you, visit the official movie website at www.WhereHopeGrowsMovie.com or Facebook at www.Facebook.com/WhereHopeGrows.
ABOUT STEALTH TIGER ENTERTAINMENT
Stealth Tiger Entertainment is a production company owned by Jesse S. Jones, which finances and produces films of all genres.
ABOUT GODSPEED PICTURES
Godspeed Pictures is a next generation film company formed by partners Steve Bagheri and Simran Singh, which is producing, acquiring, marketing and distributing various properties which focus on spreading hope and faith.
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