Praise Band: The Movie is a 2008 faith-based film by Elevating Entertainment Motion Pictures. It starred George Hamilton IV, Adam Melton and James Dana Bryan. The screenplay was written by Joshua Moody and the film was produced and directed by Dave Moody.

Plot

Matt is a new worship leader hired to serve Crossroad Community Church by Pastor Monroe when their music director of nearly thirty years suddenly decides to retire. This new job means Matt has to move and leave behind everything he holds dear, including family, friends and particularly longtime girlfriend Patty.

Matt and the Pastor meet with much opposition from members of the congregation who still expect a more traditional style of worship. Led by church treasurer Wayne Wilson, played by Grand Ole Opry star George Hamilton IV, the congregation struggles to adjust to this new style of music.

Despite resistance, Matt soon assembles an unlikely group of talented musicians including Wayne s granddaughter Ginny, bassist Mark, drummer Luke and homeless electric guitarist John, each dealing with their own unique set of life s circumstances. Together, they learn it s not about worship for them, but it s all about worshiping God.

Cast

• George Hamilton IV as Wayne Wilson
• James Dana Bryan as Pastor Monroe
• Adam Melton as Matt
• Justin Ricketts as Mark
• David Yelverton as Luke
• Jeff Luckadoo as John
• McKenzie Little as Ginny

Reception

Praise Band: The Movie was praised by family-oriented critics and film festivals for its original music and relevant message. Donna Rolfe, reviewing the film on behalf of The Dove Foundation, writes:

Every small town church has members that are set in their ways. Crossroad Community is no different. Here is a charming story of the importance of not judging others and that everyone should know that God has a plan for all of us that may not be apparent right away. Filled with wonderful music that praises God and warms your heart as the story plays out, this movie is wholesome entertainment for the entire family.

Awards and Festivals

• 2008 Winner International Christian Film Festival (Irvine, California)
• 2009 Winner BC International Film Festival (Dallas, Texas)
• 2008 Nominee Sabaoth Film Festival (Milan, Italy)

Year	2008
RuntimeMins	105
RuntimeStr	1h 45min
Plot	Imagine The Monkees meet modern praise and worship music. Add a dash of realism and drama, and you’ve got Praise Band. The funny, yet touching story of one band’s efforts in a small town church. Through their growing music ministry, the band not only reaches out to their community, but also grows in their own individual walk with God. Matt Young, the new worship leade… Read all
Directors	Dave Moody
Writers	Dave Moody, Josh Moody
Stars	George Hamilton IV, Adam Melton, James Dana Bryan
Produced by	Dave Moody
Music by	Dave Moody
Cinematography by	Damon Wood
Film Editing by	Josh Moody
Casting By	Marty Siu
Set Decoration by	Sheila Willoughby
Makeup Department	Shana Lohr
Second Unit Director or Assistant Director	Josh Moody,Rebecca Moody
Sound Department	Shawn Allred,Jimmie Chavis
Camera and Electrical Department	Lisa Benson,Vanessa Laraine Jackson,Scott Taylor,Jeffery Turpin,Christopher P. Vlk
Costume and Wardrobe Department	A. Maxine Martin,Julia Rusthoven
Script and Continuity Department	Kristin Jann-Fischer
Additional Crew	Maxann Crotts,Maxann Crotts Harvey,Daniel Anthony Heath,Devyne Johnson,Susan Moody
Genres	Drama, Music
Companies	Elevating Entertainment, Dave Moody Productions
Countries	USA
Languages	English
ContentRating	TV-G
ImDbRating	5.2
ImDbRatingVotes	71
Keywords	church,musician,christian film