To Save A Life is a powerful movie about the real-life challenges of teens and their choices. But it’s more than just a movie—it’s a story about change and a powerful reminder of how we can all make a difference in someone’s life. At some point, every teen has to decide: “What’s my life going to be about?” To Save A Life dares to bring that question into their world, encouraging them to answer it with boldness, honesty and Christ-likeness.
MPAA: Rated PG-13 for mature thematic elements involving teen suicide, teen drinking, some drug content, disturbing images and sexuality.
Principal Cast: Randy Wayne, Deja Kreutzberg and Joshua Weigel
Director: Brian Baugh
A local youth leader, Chris, inspires Jake to look for something greater in his life and give God a chance.
Themes: Hypocrisy, Defining Moments, Influence, Evangelism, Discipleship, Mentor, Role Models, Witnessing
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After a local student violently ends his life at school, Jake urges the members of his local youth group to let the tragedy change them for the better.
Themes: Church, Religion, Judging, Hypocrisy, Defining Moments, Peer-Pressure, Conviction, Fellowship, Vulnerability
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A behind the scenes look at how To Save A Life was written by seasoned youth worker Jim Britts and inspired by a passion to reach teenagers.
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Devastated by an act of violence by an ostracized schoolmate, Jake Taylor reaches out to students on the fringe of acceptability by the schools upper crust.
Themes: Self-Realization, Second Chance, Peer-Pressure, Transformation, Counting the Cost, Guilt, Atonement, Popularity, Paradigm Shift
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