“And the Nevada Film Festival Golden Reel Award goes to…Pendragon: Sword of His Father!”Pendragon’s win at the Nevada Film Festival this past month marked the seventh time Pendragon has been awarded top honors in national and international film festivals. In addition to “Best of Show” and “Best Family Film” awards, Pendragon has  been recognized for its technical excellence, acting, costuming, and directing – 14 awards and recognitions in all.

Here is a recap of the past ten months’ successes:

Saint Antonio Independent Christian Film Festival, January 2009, Semi Finalist

Attic Film Festival, February 2009, Best Technical Achievement

Bare Bones Film Festival, April 2009, Best Family Film

Bare Bones Film Festival, April 2009, Best Young Actor

Bare Bones Film Festival, April 2009, Best Costume

Southeast New England Film Festival, May 2009, Best Director

Indie Distribution Festival, May 2009, Best of Show 

Detroit Windsor International, June 2009, Official Selection 

International Youth Film Festival UK, July 2009, Official Selection 

Ferndale Film Festival, July 2009, Official Selection

Southern Winds Film Festival, July 2009, Official Selection

Prince Edward Island, Aug 2009, Official Selection  

Nevada Film Festival, September 2009, Golden Reel Award

ICM Movie of the Year, October 2009, Finalist

The book will be exclusively available from the Pendragon Website. It goes on sale November 15. Mark your calendars!

The Pendragon team has had a busy summer – but so much different than last year! Rather than building sets and shooting horse chases, we have be traveling to conferences, doing radio and TV interviews, writing a book…and trying to catch up on everything that got pushed out of the way during last season’s production.

A few evenings ago, I took a stroll out to the hillfort set. Wow - things have changed! Last summer, the fort fell to the Saxon Barbarians. This year, it was overrun with invaders of a different sort. Where Saxons and Britons once battled for the fate of a nation, vines, weeds, snakes, bugs, and a toad have taken up residence. All is quiet where once the battering ram thundered against the gates. Now, the only sound is me trying to fire up the weed whacker…

It has been so neat to watch the Lord’s hand at work during this past year. We have seen the humble efforts of two families make an impact far bigger that we thought possible. The Lord has answered our prayers in ways we never dreamed possible.

Pendragon has garnered media attention all across America. It’s for sale in most U.S. Christian books store, and will be selling in Australia and South Africa this Christmas as well!

It has been so encouraging to talk to talk to people who have been inspired by Pendragon. Comments like “I cannot tell you how much I appreciate all that you are doing to make uplifting Christian films” or “The Lord used [Pendragon] to help me realize my need to stand up as a man of God, and to see His plan in my life” make the struggles and trials of last year all seem so worth it!

We are so thankful to everyone who had a part in the production of Pendragon, and to the Lord for allowing us to be a part of His plan. We have been thrilled to watch His hand at work this past year, and are excited about what He has in store for the future. Remember, “The One who gave the vision still calls!”

BFS is proud to present to you the…the music to the motion picture Pendragon!

To the Walls
King Down
Battle of Badon
It is Accomplished

Pendragon’s original score - described by viewers as ‘amazing’ and ‘hauntingly beautiful’ – has been re-mastered and is now available on CD. Almost 50 minutes of music, the lyrical melodies and stirring orchestrations will take you back to the markets of Dubrinium and the mountains of Arfon. The CD comes in a digipack with a full-color, six-fold panel. A bonus “inspired by” track is included – a special arraignment of Carolyn Hamlin’s beloved hymn Grace.

This soundtrack is available exclusively at www.pendragonmovie.com.

Don’t be surprised if you flip on your radio or TV in the next couple of weeks…and hear the host talking about Pendragon!The last month has been an exciting one for the Pendragon Team: they have had the opportunity to share Pendragon’s message and story with media outlets all over the country. “I always love sharing the stories of God’s faithfulness and provision,” Aaron will tell people. “We are also greatful for the opportunities to use the message of Pendragon to inspire families to trust God in bigger ways than they thought possible.”As the news about the film continues to spread, more and more people are supporting it. This afternoon, Aaron was a guest on Rich Buhler’s program Talk From the Heart, airing in Southern California. Earlier in the day, Chad was interviewed live on the American Family Radio show Today’s Issues.This Friday night, Chad and Aaron will be down in Alanta for a TV interview with WATC’s Atlanta Live program, airing 7-9pm. 

 Last week, the 2009 Indie Distribution Festival awarded prizes to one hundred and fifty of this year’s best independent pictures. Of the films recognized, Pendragon was one of five honored with a Best of Show.

“A tightly-crafted, action-filled epic set in Britain’s dark ages,” The Indie notes. “As the barbarian fleets descend on the coast, the people of Britain defend themselves and their faith. The film has stunning visuals and a powerful score.”

http://www.theindiefest.com/Best.aspx

 

“Lighting good…checking audio levels. Ok, camera speed, and…Action!”

After a period of inactivity, the Burns Family Studios film crew is back in action. Not as much action as say, an epic sword fight, but filming again all the same. Last weekend, Aaron traveled down to ‘Studio B’ in Saint Louis to work on an electronic press kit with Chad and Nick.

“We shot video clips of interview questions that will play on television. These clips answer some of the basic questions about the Pendragon Project, like who we are, and what the film’s story is.” Aaron explained. “It wasn’t quite as exciting as filming the horse chase, but it was great to get back in production mode for a few days at least.”

Later this summer, Chad and Aaron will have to opportunity to do a little traveling - sharing the Pendragon story with TV and radio stations. Please be praying that the Lord blesses these endeavors as they seek to share a message about following Him.

“Independent filmmakers dream of the epic story,” Chad later commented. “Pendragon was an amazing project to work on. I really enjoyed the opportunity to lead a great production team.”

Pendragon has been accepted into several other film festivals around the world. We will keep you posted as the results come in!