Day of Defense (2003)
Small Town. Big Controversy.
The story begins as two missionaries are arrested for unlawful proselytizing. The law regarding such behavior has been set up by the Christian Town Council to oversee the religious and more importantly "non-Christian" influences within the town. The movie follows Thomas Bryant's inner struggle as he is ordered to defend the missionaries. As Thomas begins to empathize with the plight of the missionaries, he is confronted by his wife and forced into a confrontation with his friend-turned adversary, James Radner. Thomas becomes the center of animosity in the small town. His internal struggle becomes the catalyst of life and death-events portrayed in the story, bringing into question the topics of religion and acceptance. The intriguing court battle, together with a significant and surprising twist of fate for Thomas, lead to a strong critical ending that will leave the audience pondering what makes life memorable and truly important.
Cast
- Andrew Lenz - Thomas Bryant
- Michelle Wright - Sharon Bryant
- Camille Thomas - Kelli Bryant
- Brooks Utley - James Radner
- Salina Starr - Jessica Radner
- John Foss - Elder Burke
- Allan Groves - Elder Davis
- James Westwood - Reverend Williams
- Bryce Chamberlain - Father Coleman
- Joan Peterson - Judge Nielson
Themes
Faith, Religion and Spirituality, Courtroom Drama
Keywords
based on novel or book, trial, religion, courthouse, mormon
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Day of Defense about?
- The story begins as two missionaries are arrested for unlawful proselytizing. The law regarding such behavior has been set up by the Christian Town Council to oversee the religious and more importantly "non-Christian" influences within the town. The movie follows Thomas Bryant's inner struggle as he is ordered to defend the missionaries. As Thomas begins to empathize with the plight of the missionaries, he is confronted by his wife and forced into a confrontation with his friend-turned adversary, James Radner. Thomas becomes the center of animosity in the small town. His internal struggle becomes the catalyst of life and death-events portrayed in the story, bringing into question the topics of religion and acceptance. The intriguing court battle, together with a significant and surprising twist of fate for Thomas, lead to a strong critical ending that will leave the audience pondering what makes life memorable and truly important.
- Who directed Day of Defense?
- Day of Defense was directed by Adam Lawson.
- Who stars in Day of Defense?
- Day of Defense stars Andrew Lenz, Michelle Wright, Camille Thomas, Brooks Utley, Salina Starr, John Foss.
- How long is Day of Defense?
- Day of Defense has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
- What genre is Day of Defense?
- Day of Defense is a Drama film.
- Where was Day of Defense produced?
- Day of Defense was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Day of Defense?
- The themes of Day of Defense include: Faith, Religion and Spirituality, Courtroom Drama.