With the steve mcqueen movie, its really not till the back half the film that we begin to discuss his faith. Be sure to check back often if your theaters doesnt yet have tickets. American icon tells the story of the life of one of americas most enduring and intriguing movie stars. American icon in us theaters september 28, 2017 starring greg laurie. Steve mcqueen, one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars. American icon, which is set to play in select theaters nationwide on sept. And on september 28th, pastor greg lauries new documentary steve mcqueen. American icon, hitting theaters for one night on september 28, hails from american icon films, a joint venture between erwin brothers entertainment and pastor greg laurie of harvest christian fellowship. The movie also includes some rare audio tape of steve mcqueen made just before his death where he discusses his christian faith.
In the 1960s, mcqueen was, according to box office receipts. American icon, including a special message from greg laurie and performance by mercyme, in select cinemas nationwide for a special twonight encore event. From locating the classic green mustang used in steves san francisco detective. Were sorry but jwapp doesnt work properly without javascript enabled. This week we will be showing the popular movie, steve mcqueen. However, the movie s title is misleading because the production is more about pastor greg laurie than steve mcqueen. While the covid19 crisis continues, we are launching a brandnew way for your ministry to share the gospel. American icon, a special movie event in theaters with a final encore presentation set for thursday, october 19. Sep 28, 2017 fathom events and greg laurie present the compelling documentary about redemption, steve mcqueen. American icon is one of those unique documentaries thats both entertaining and informative.
The life and legacy of a hollywood icon, triumph books, 2010 external links. American icon, including a special message from greg laurie and performance by mercyme, in select cinemas nationwide for a. American icon, narrated by gary sinise, shines a spotlight on the actors lateinlife religiosity. The life and legend of a hollywood icon is being made into a movie. American icon is in theaters one night only, september 28. The bullitt car was cool because steve mcqueen drove it. He was truly an icon of his time and this movie is well worth seeing to learn of what you.
One of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, he is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine50. On the surface, hollywood acting legend steve mcqueen had everything he could want. American icon tells the story of one of americas most enduring and intriguing movie stars. A much better biographical film is i am steve mcqueen 2014 by director jeff renfroe. American icon, a new documentary about the legendary actor. On the surface mcqueen had everything he could wantfame, cars, homes, and more money than he could spend in a lifetime. The strangest thing about him, however, is barely known, despite countless biographies and articles. On september 28, 2017, there was a selected showing in some theaters of his life story and spiritual quest, steve mcqueen american icon. American icon steve mcqueen is one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars. Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of this event. The erwin brothers cinematography is vivid, capturing the beauty of california from the cockpit of steve mcqueen s vintage plane, and more. See documentary of steve mcqueens faith journey in las. American icon stars gary sinise, mel gibson, stanton barrett, barbara leigh the movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 18 min, and received a score of out of 100 on. The erwin brothers cinematography is vivid, capturing the beauty of california from the cockpit of steve mcqueens vintage plane, and more.
Both had similar facts about his life but both took very different paths and highlighted very different data points. Steve mcqueen is one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars. The coolest thing about him, however, is barely known, despite countless biographies and articles. I am a big fan of steve mcqueen and his action movies. Pastor greg laurie is a motorcycle fanatic and lover of leather jackets. At the time, steve mcqueen was the numberone movie star in the world, and he is still used as a point of reference for masculinity and. A redemption story which chronicles mcqueens exodus from the. The last mile, dalton watson, 2006 terrill, marshall. Popularly known as the king of cool, mcqueens screen persona was that of portraying cool, reticent antihero roles, which appealed strongly to the masses. American icon in select theaters for a special onenight event on thursday, september. An american icon this movie is extremely well produced. Jul 08, 2017 the bullitt car was cool because steve mcqueen drove it. American icon follow steve mcqueen fan pastor greg laurie, as he travels the country in search of the true, untold story of mcqueens faith filled final chapters narrated by gary sinise. One of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, he is still the king of cool according to.
Steve mcqueen american icon while the covid19 crisis continues, we are launching a brandnew way for your ministry to share the gospel. Its the inspiring story of how hollywoods biggest movie star came to christ. At the end of every movie there will be an opportunity for people to pray to receive jesus, so invite your friends and family. One of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, he is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine50 years after the zenith of his career.
This redemption story chronicles mcqueens exodus from wealth and excess to his littleknown search for faith and meaning toward the end of his life. Movies can move us in a way few other forms of communication can. Steve mcqueen, one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine. This iconic muscle car was the vehicle mcqueen drove in his most raucous and enduring film, bullitt. The salvation of an american icon 9780310356158 by greg laurie, marshall terrill. Faith guides steve mcqueen through mesothelioma battle.
From locating the classic green mustang used in steve s san francisco detective. Christian filmmakers fulfill steve mcqueens dying wish in. Cars, women, money, fame he was the king of cool, a mans man. American icon, including a special message from greg laurie and performance by mercyme, in select cinemas. Fans of steve mcqueen may be surprised at the notsohidden agenda of steve mcqueen. Pastor greg laurie drives on the open road in a replica of the actors ford mustang from the film bullitt in search of the true, untold story of mcqueen s final chapters. The film is a joint venture between erwin brothers entertainment and pastor greg laurie of harvest christian fellowship, one of the largest churches in the u. There was an encore presentation on october 10, 2017. One of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars. In his book, the salvation of an american icon, laurie partnered with a. Fathom events and greg laurie present the compelling documentary, steve mcqueen.
With mel gibson, mel novak, gary sinise, barbara leigh. Woodlawn director jon erwin on how to encourage non. And the final quarter of the book is powerful, heartwrenching and inspirational all at the same time. A redemption story which chronicles mcqueens exodus from the world of fame and fortune and his littleknown search for meaning, truth and significance. Eliots book was primarily focused on the secular facts of steve mcqueen s life. These seeds miraculously germinated, allowing mcqueen to see that redemption through jesus christ is a lasting truth more glittering and real than any magic of the entertainment industry. Sep 27, 2017 movies can move us in a way few other forms of communication can. The salvation of an american icon is highly recommended. If you get it and find the first several chapters to be distracting or rambling as i did, just hang on, it gets better. Steve mcqueen as josh randall in wanted dead or alive 19581961 steve mcqueen march 24, 1930 november 7, 1980 was an american actor who had an extensive career in film and television. On the surface mcqueen had everything he could want. Fathom events and greg laurie present the compelling documentary about redemption, steve mcqueen.
American icon features an exclusive recorded interview that the entertainer did two weeks before he died, but for some reason the interview never surfaced. Steve mcqueen grew up in a dysfunctional family where his father left the family when steve was 6 months old, and he had a troubled youth. His incredible life story and journey to faith in christ is the subject of a new documentary, steve mcqueen. Steve mcqueen, one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, is still the king of cool according to. However, the movies title is misleading because the production is more about pastor greg laurie than steve mcqueen. His complicated personal life and religious faith are less known, however.
And the final quarter of the book is powerful, heartwrenching and. First, the one by marc eliot and the second greg lauries the salvation of an american icon. This led him to cement his status as one of the most famous celebrities in hollywood during the counterculture of. May 11, 2017 steve mcqueen truly is an american icon. This film tells the story of the life of one of americas most enduring and intriguing movie stars. Steve mcqueen march 24, 1930 november 7, 1980 was an american actor who had an extensive career in film and television. Mcqueen overcame many hardships to become the hollywood boy wonder of the 1960s and 1970s. Find your closest theater and get your tickets today. A tribute to the king of cool, dalton watson, 2010 terrill, marshall.
Follow an avid fan of the actor, pastor greg laurie, as he hits the road in his mint mustang replica of mcqueens car in the classic film bullitt, traveling the country in search of the true. Each week we will livestream a movie completely free. Recently, esquire magazine noted that even 50 years after his careers peak, steve mcqueen is still the king of cool. Join us this friday for movie night in america at 7pm pst at live.
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