A redemption story which chronicles mcqueens exodus from the. American icon tells the story of legendary actor steve mcqueen who became the biggest star in the world, only to then disappear from the entertainment industry. The erwin brothers cinematography is vivid, capturing the beauty of california from the cockpit of steve mcqueens vintage plane, and more. American icon features an exclusive recorded interview that the entertainer did two weeks before he died, but for some reason the interview never surfaced. 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. Movie info fathom events and greg laurie present the compelling documentary, steve mcqueen. Mcqueens hardscrabble beginnings and his most famous movie roles.
The coolest thing about him, however, is barely known, despite countless biographies and articles. You may have even got your own copy of the dvd, but did you get the official movie poster. American icon, including a special message from greg laurie and performance by mercyme, in select cinemas nationwide on thursday, september 28 only. American icon nr 2017 biography, drama 120 min 7 10 7. American icon, including a special message from greg laurie and performance by mercyme, in select cinemas nationwide for a special twonight encore event. Hollywood icon steve mcqueen came to christ before death. His incredible life story and journey to faith in christ is the subject of a new documentary, steve mcqueen. American icon, including a special message from greg laurie and performance by mercyme, in select cinemas. Cars, women, money, fame he was the king of cool, a mans man. The movie is a biopic by calvary chapel pastor greg laurie that soars and succeeds, partly because it is a great story, and partly because laurie lets the. A redemption story which chronicles mcqueens exodus from the world of fame and fortune and his littleknown search for meaning, truth and significance. American icon dvd steve mcqueen, one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine.
Sundaripr internationally renowned evangelist pastor greg laurie of harvest ministries is revealing the salvation story of legendary actor steve mcqueen in his newest book, steve mcqueen. Last night, i got to enjoy one of the very best films i have ever seen, steve mcqueen. A tribute to the king of cool, dalton watson, 2010 terrill, marshall. This redemption story chronicles mcqueens exodus from wealth and excess to his littleknown search for faith and meaning toward the end of his life. The movie also includes some rare audio tape of steve mcqueen made just before his death where he discusses his christian faith. Why pastor greg laurie made a movie about steve mcqueen. A redemption story which chronicles mcqueens exodus from the world of fame and fortune and his littleknown search for. The salvation of an american icon, which will be followed by a documentary film. American icon 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. American icon stars garysinise, melgibson, stantonbarrett, barbaraleigh the movie has a runtime of about 1 hr 18 min, and received a score of out of 100 on. One of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, he is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine, 50 years after the zenith of his career.
Watch a short 2 minute trailer movie by clicking below. Christian filmmakers fulfill steve mcqueens dying wish in. Pastor greg laurie to release book and movie on the life and salvation of american icon steve mcqueen, may 2017. The bullitt car was cool because steve mcqueen drove it. The strangest thing about him, however, is barely known, despite countless biographies and articles. Youve seen the megahit film in theaters, steve mcqueen. Gary sinise joins faithbased documentary about steve mcqueen. I am a big fan of steve mcqueen and his action movies. Popularly known as the king of cool, mcqueens screen persona was that of portraying cool, reticent antihero roles, which appealed strongly to the masses. 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. Learning about the real steve mcqueen is very intriguing to watch and fans of his and even those who never knew him might just enjoy. Steve mcqueen, one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, is still the king of cool according to esquire magazine. American icon, including a special message from greg laurie and performance by mercyme, in select cinemas nationwide for a.
This film tells the story of the life of one of americas most enduring and intriguing movie stars. 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. American icon is one of those unique documentaries thats both entertaining and informative. American icon, narrated by gary sinise, shines a spotlight on the actors lateinlife religiosity. The jon and andy erwindirected documentary will give this new generation an inside look into the life of the highestpaid actor in hollywood in his era mcqueen, known as the king of cool. An annual public site to show the movie for a year in 1 location. American icon official trailer coming soon to dvd and digital greg laurie.
The last mile, dalton watson, 2006 terrill, marshall. This week we will be showing the popular movie, steve mcqueen. American icon official trailer coming soon to dvd and. Steve mcqueen is one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars. Christian filmmakers fulfill dying wish of steve mcqueen. 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. American icon, a new documentary about the legendary actor. An american icon this movie is extremely well produced. 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 coolness to this day. At the end of every movie there will be an opportunity for people to pray to receive jesus, so invite your friends and family. 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. On the surface, mcqueen had everything he could wantfame, cars, homes, and more money than he could spend in a lifetime. The life and legacy of a hollywood icon, triumph books, 2010 external links.
A longtime fan of mcqueens, pastor greg laurie wanted to see what was true and what was myth. Steve mcqueen, one of americas most endearing and intriguing movie stars, is still the king of cool according to. American icon in us theaters september 28, 2017 starring greg laurie. Fans of steve mcqueen may be surprised at the notsohidden agenda of steve mcqueen. This led him to cement his status as one of the most famous celebrities in hollywood during the counterculture of. American icon in select theaters for a special onenight event on thursday, september. Harvest ministries has partnered with the erwin brothersthe filmmakers that produced october baby, moms night out, and. An icon in front of the camera or the peaceful gentle soul not many people really knew. Fathom events and greg laurie present the compelling documentary, steve mcqueen. Join us this friday for movie night in america at 7pm pst at live. From a young age, steve showed an affinity for racing. The salvation of an american icon 9780310356158 by greg laurie, marshall terrill. Fathom events and greg laurie present the compelling documentary about redemption, steve mcqueen. With mel gibson, mel novak, gary sinise, barbara leigh.
Steve mcqueen icon movie license church media outreach. Each week we will livestream a movie completely free. American icon movie poster youve read about him in the book, steve mcqueen. American icon, hails from american icon films, a joint venture between erwin brothers entertainment and pastor greg laurie of harvest christian fellowship, one of. Narrated by gary sinise, follow steve mcqueen fan pastor greg laurie as he. His findings come to us via his new book and upcoming documentary, steve mcqueen. 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. Its wildly ironic that one of the worlds most wellknown men did something important that most people are unaware of, says harvest ministries greg laurie, event host. American icon tells the story of one of americas most enduring and intriguing movie stars. What many people dont know is that steve mcqueens heart was being softened. From locating the classic green mustang used in steves san francisco detective. While the covid19 crisis continues, we are launching a brandnew way for your ministry to share the gospel.
778 833 456 1457 1414 198 105 170 1337 531 978 907 93 1255 375 797 753 263 278 249 893 66 319 1213 635 450 875 1168 1021 396 648 310 1158 760 569 360