Since filming in Bridgeport and surrounding communities, JC Films has produced several successful message-bearing films – some which have streamed millions of times on Amazon Prime.
Following “Megan’s Christmas Miracle,” “A Promise to Astrid,” “The Zombie Club,” “Child of the King” and “Dispatched,” the film company has several new movies in the works, including a half dozen currently or soon-to-be in production.
These new films all feature the talent of actor Dean Cain, as well as a new face to the JC Films family – Taryn Manning of the hit drama Netflix series, “Orange is the New Black.”
“We’re excited to have Taryn on board,” said JC Films President Jason Campbell. “Known for portraying Tiffany in ‘Orange is the New Black,’ she a very gifted, successful actress. She is also a born-again Christian she will be quite an asset to our team, appearing in several of our upcoming faith-inspired projects.”
Manning plays the title role in “Nun Nancy,” a story of divine intervention and divine appointment. The film follows the heartfelt ministry of a passionate woman of God who served the inner city of Baltimore disguised as a bartender so she could more effectively share God’s love.
As do several other JC Films projects, “Nun Nancy” features Tim Goodwin, Becky Rosser, Michael Sigler, Kathy Sanders, Katherine Shaw and Gary Lee Vincent, among others.
Production begins this month.
Starring Cain, Manning and Luke Schroder – son of actor Ricky Schroder – “Break Every Chain” is a dynamic police film which tells a story of hope and self-worth.
“’Break Every Chain’ is about celebrating our heroes and showing appreciation to law enforcement,” Campbell said. “Let’s face it. Police officers see the innermost of our dark and fallen world. This film uniquely and courageously depicts those realities.”
Production starts in September.
“Light Up Night” will not only feature Bridgeport’s annual movie-like tree lighting event, but also tell a modern-day biblical story of Ruth.
“After her husband dies, Ruth travels with her mother-in-law, Naomi, back to the family farm in Bridgeport, West Virginia,” Campbell said. “While Ruth tries to save the farm and battle against a new recreation center being built nearby, her unique charm catches the eye of Bridgeport Mayor Boaz ‘Bo’ Perez.”
Bo will be played by Cain while Shaw and Kathy Patterson will star as Ruth and Naomi, respectively. The storyline is based loosely on Campbell’s relationship with Heather Mudrick. Two years ago, she offered her dance studio and her home for the filming of “Megan’s Christmas Miracle.” Shortly after losing her husband to a tragic accident, Mudrick’s July 2018 encounter with Campbell was her first. Their relationship grew and flourished. They were married in July of 2020.
Though some filming took place last month, the majority of production will take place in November/December.
To read about these and other upcoming JC Films projects, visit www.jcfilms.org.
Read below about some casting opportunities for August and how to be considered for the extra roles:
FILM: THE BRIDGE
About: The Bridge is a multi-plot film about the supernatural and bringing light to the 800,000 people this year that will die from suicide.
Stars: Michael Sigler and Taryn Manning.
Location: Bridgeport, WV
Dates: August 13 – 17 & August 25 – 27, 2020.
Compensation: All volunteer.
DINER (Scene 25)
Date/Time: Thursday, August 13th, 9AM – 11AM
Sex/Age/Wardrobe: Men & Women. Over 25. Casual Dress Scene Description: Eating lunch.
Location: Bridgeport/Morgantown. (Exact Location will be emailed once confirmed)
Instructions: To be considered for these roles please email the film’s UPM at Cheriwade@gmail.com and put DINER in Subject Line.
CHURCH OFFICIALS (Scene 2,3,7,8)
Date/Time: Thursday, August 13th, 12PM – 4PM
Sex/Age/Wardrobe: Men and Woman. Adults over 25. Come dressed in church clothes. Suites and dresses. Bring your Bibles. Additional catholic wardrobe will be provided.
Scene Description: You are Catholic Church Officials in several meetings.
Location: Bridgeport (Exact Location will be emailed once confirmed)
Instructions: To be considered for these roles please email the film’s UPM at Cheriwade@gmail.com and put CHURCH OFFICIALS in Subject Line.
HOMELESS PEOPLE (Scene 41)
Date/Time: Saturday, August 15th, 10AM – 12PM
Sex/Age/Wardrobe: Men, women and Children over 14. Must come dressed homeless.
Scene Description: You are homeless in the shelter. Very exciting scene! I just can’t tell!
Location: Clarksburg. (Exact Location will be emailed once confirmed)
Instructions: To be considered for these roles please email the film’s UPM at Cheriwade@gmail.com and put HOMELESS PEOPLE in Subject Line.
COLLEGE STUDENTS – BRIDGE (Scene 1, 50)
Date/Time: Tuesday, August 25th, 4PM – 9PM
Sex/Age/Wardrobe: Men & Women. Over 15 / Under 28. Look College age with College dress.
Scene Description: Listening to a lecture that narrates the whole film.
Location: Bridgeport. (Exact Location will be emailed once confirmed)
Instructions: To be considered for these roles please email the film’s UPM at Cheriwade@gmail.com and put COLLEGE STUDENTS – BRIDGE in Subject Line.
FILM: NUN NANCY
About: NUN NANCY is about divine intervention and divine appointment. It follows the heartfelt ministry of a passionate woman of God that served the inner city of Baltimore, MD disguised as a bartender, so that she could more effectively share God’s love to the drunks and prostitutes. It’s authentic Christianity.
Stars: Taryn Manning & Kathy Sanders.
Location: Bridgeport, WV
Dates: August 17 – 24, 2020.
Compensation: All volunteer
This movie basically takes place in a Convent and Bar. Please consider being a part of this movie as a Nun or Bar Customer. The film has a wonderful message and with Taryn Manning playing the lead, we think this film will be a hit. Lots of screen time for Nuns and Bar Customers.
NUNS (Multiple Scenes)
Date/Time: August 17 – 18 (most of the day). THEN, August 22nd @ 10AM – Noon.
Sex/Age/Wardrobe: Women over the age 16 only. We will provide the Nun Wardrobe.
Scene Description: Various scenes.
Location: Bridgeport. (Exact Location will be emailed once confirmed)
Notice: You DO NOT have to be in every day or every scene. You can register for as little as one day.
Instructions: To be considered for these roles please email the film’s UPM at Cheriwade@gmail.com and put NUNS in Subject Line.
BAR CUSTOMERS (Multiple Scenes)
Date/Time: August 19 – 22 (Various Times)
Sex/Age/Wardrobe: Men and Women over 22. Winter-time visiting a bar. You will need to bring several shirts.
Scene Description: You are at a bar.
Location: Bridgeport. (Exact Location will be emailed once confirmed)
Notice: You DO NOT have to be in every day or every scene. You can register for as little as one day.
Instructions: To be considered for these roles please email the film’s UPM at Cheriwade@gmail.com and put BAR CUSTOMERS in Subject Line.
COLLEGE STUDENTS – NUN (Scenes 24, 34, 45F)
Date/Time: Sunday, August 23rd, 11:30AM– 3PM
Sex/Age/Wardrobe: Men & Women. Over 15 / Under 28. Look College age with College dress. Bring three outfits.
Scene Description: Various Scenes.
Location: Bridgeport. (Exact Location will be emailed once confirmed)
Instructions: To be considered for these roles please email the film’s UPM at Cheriwade@gmail.com and put COLLEGE STUDENTS – NUN in Subject Line.
