A Case for Love
"A Case for Love" is a documentary that examines whether or not love, specifically unselfish love, is the solution to the extreme societal and political divide facing the U.S. It's a heartfelt yet personally challenging movie inspired by the teachings and writings of Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop Michael Curry.
The movie also features U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Former U.S. Senator John Danforth, broadcaster Al Roker, the Rev. Becca Stevens, and actor Sam Waterston.
The film makes its national debut on Jan. 23, 2024, and The Episcopal Diocese of Missouri encourages everyone to attend! "A Case for Love" will be shown one night only at more than 1,000 theaters across the country, including several in our diocese (see list below and purchase tickets).
This inspiring movie is the perfect introduction to I Love to Tell the Story, our Revival in the Diocese of Missouri with Bishop Curry on March 15 (learn more about the Revival).On this page:
- Watch the movie trailer
- Get tickets
- Join in the "Month of Unselfish Love" campaign
- Learn more about the movie
- Promote the event in your church or organization
Get tickets
"A Case for Love" will be shown at 1,000+ theaters across the country through Fathom Events on Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2024, with showings at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. (one night only).
Several movie theaters in cities throughout our Diocese are participating in this event:
- Arnold - Marcus Arnold Cinema - 1912 Richardson Road
- Chesterfield - Marcus Chesterfield Cinema - 450 THF Blvd.
- Cape Girardeau - Marcus Cape West Cinema - 247 Siemers Drive
- Columbia - GQT Forum 8 - 1209 Forum Katy Pkwy
- St. Charles - Marcus St. Charles Cinema - 1830 S. First Capitol Drive
- St. Louis - Marcus Des Peres Cinema - 12701 Manchester Road
- St. Louis - Marcus Ronnie's Cinema - 5320 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
- St. Peter's - Marcus Mid Rivers Cinema - 1220 Mid Rivers Mall Drive
Discounted group tickets are available at some of the theaters. If you would like to attend the movie but cannot afford a ticket, please contact Janis Greenbaum, diocesan communications director.
Purchase tickets at FathomEvents.com
Learn more and engage
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A Month of Unselfish Love: Guide and Journal
"A Case for Love" is not just the movie! Beginning January 23, 2024, the theatrical release date of “A Case for Love,” organizers will launch the “Month of Unselfish Love” campaign.
During those 30 days, people across the country will perform daily acts of selflessness and journaling their moments. Let’s join them for the challenge by putting unselfish love front and center for the world to see!
"A Case for Love" asks what unselfish love looks like in today’s world, at a time when division, estrangement, and hatred seem to be as strong as ever.
The 13 stories in the movie invite us on a personal journey, reflecting on ways in which we may experience sacrificial love, and then embody it for others in our lives, communities, and the world.
Download this workbook to use as a guide, prompting us to consider various aspects of unselfish love shown in the movie. If this practice speaks to you at the end of the month, consider continuing it and sharing the idea with your friends.
Download this guide and journal to host a group discussion of the themes in the movie and begin your Month of Unselfish Love challenge.
About the movie
Now, more than ever, we live in a divided society. Many have moved into tribal corners, seeing the world from an “us versus them” point of view. This documentary focuses on everyday people from across the U.S., striving to live their lives selflessly while represenLng various ethniciLes, walks of life, and socio-economic backgrounds.
In addition to these people, well-known figures, including Sec. Pete Buttigieg, Al Roker, Sam Waterston, the Rev. Becca Stevens, U.S. Rep. John Clyburn, Dr. Russell Moore, the Rev. Kelly Brown Douglas, U.S. Sen. John Danforth, Rabbi Yeheil Poupko, Dr. Mohammed Elsanousi, Rabbi Shoshana Conover, and Jon Meacham offer insight. Ultimately, Bishop Michael Curry, best known for his passionate sermon about “The Power of Love” at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, puts what we’ve seen into context.
“A Case For Love” explores the themes of racial justice, sexual identity, military service, foster care, politics, sex trafficking, disability, loss of loved ones, refugees, volunteerism, food justice, and more.
ABOUT GRACE-BASED FILMS
is a 501(c)3 revolutionary film production company based in Hollywood. We tell universal stories that reveal the complexity of living a life in hope and faith. We have re-envisioned the typical film business model. By funding our films through donors rather than investors, we get to put people to work and our profits go toward future stories and philanthropy, rather than investors and filmmakers.
Our mission is to tell compelling stories, through film, that meet 21st Century audiences exactly where they are in the messiness of life, emboldening them in their belovedness by bringing Jesus’ message alive, and reminding them that none of us are alone.
ABOUT DIRECTOR BRIAN IDE
Director Brian Ide has worked in the entertainment industry for over 20 years, initially as a paid actor, then producer, and eventually journeyed in to the world of directing. “A Case for Love” is his fifth film, and premier feature-length documentary.
After producing and directing the feature film “This Day Forward,” he traveled the U.S. presenting the film in churches, theaters, and community centers while discussing the film’s message and experiencing its impact on audiences.
Following that tour, the Lutheran Church of Australia called him to their communities to do the same. 50 pages of responses to that tour are available on the film’s website.
Prior to founding Grace-Based Films, he directed “Clear Lake, WI” and the recent faith-based short film, “Reconcile”, which has been viewed and used in 47 different countries.
A three-time national judge for the Polly Bond Awards, he has spoken to colleges, faith centers, and film programs nationwide about the intersection of film and faith.
Brian is the son of an ELCA Lutheran pastor-father and devout Catholic mother. He is the husband to a lifelong Episcopalian who is drawn to stories that focus on what unites us rather than what divides.
Promotional Resources
Grace Based Films provides the following resources to help you promote the film event:
- Overview / One Sheet
- 11 x 17 Poster
- 24 x 36 Poster (jpg)
- 24 x 36 Poster (pdf)
- Press Release
- FB Header
- Social Digital Poster
- Social Profile
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