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Timothy A. Chey

Timothy A. Chey is an American film producer, writer, and director known for his work on faith-based and inspirational films. He has directed and produced over 15 feature films, including Freedom (2014), starring Cuba Gooding Jr. and Sharon Leal; David and Goliath (2015); and Suing the Devil (2011), featuring Malcolm McDowell. Chey pursued a joint J.D./M.B.A. program at Harvard Business School and…

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The IslandsThe Islands · 2019
The Islands
★ 5.62019
MovieAdventure
Based on the incredible true-life story of Chiefess Kapiolani who descended into an active volcano to demonstrate her new-found faith and ushered in a new beginning in Hawaii.
FreedomFreedom · 2014
Freedom
★ 5.52014
MovieDramaMusic
Two men separated by 100 years are united in their search for freedom. In 1856 a slave, Samuel Woodward and his family, escape from the Monroe Plantation near Richmond, Virginia. A secret network of ordinary people known as the Underground Railroad guide the family on their journey north to Canada. They are relentlessly pursued by the notorious slave hunter Plimpton. Hunted like a dog and haunted by the unthinkable suffering he and his forbears have endured, Samuel is forced to decide between revenge or freedom. 100 years earlier in 1748, John Newton the Captain of a slave trader sails from Africa with a cargo of slaves, bound for America. On board is Samuel's great grandfather whose survival is tied to the fate of Captain Newton. The voyage changes Newton's life forever and he creates a legacy that will inspire Samuel and the lives of millions for generations to come.
The Firing SquadThe Firing Squad · 2024
The Firing Squad
★ 5.32024
MovieDrama
Based on the true story of three Christian prisoners who face execution in a third world country and how their joy in Christ results in a stunning conclusion.
Slamma JammaSlamma Jamma · 2017
Slamma Jamma
★ 6.12017
MovieDrama
Wrongfully accused and sent to prison, a former basketball star prepares for the national slam dunk competition while finding redemption in himself and in those he loves.
Christmas Eve
Sep 10, 2027
Christmas Eve · 2027
Christmas Eve
2027
MovieDrama
An anthology of seven incredible true stories that happened on Christmas Eve around the world.
Fakin' Da FunkFakin' Da Funk · 1997
Fakin' Da Funk
★ 6.01997
MovieComedyDrama
Chinese kid Julian, who was adopted by the black family of Joe and Annabelle Lee -- and Asian exchange student May-Ling, who is housed with a black family -- are trying to adapt to their mostly black neighborhood of South Central.
Suing The DevilSuing The Devil · 2011
Suing The Devil
★ 4.02011
MovieDramaThriller
Luke O'Brien, a washed-up salesman turned night law student, decides to sue Satan for $8 trillion. On the last day before Luke files a default judgment, Satan appears to defend himself. On Satan's legal team are 10 of the country's best trial lawyers. The entire world watches on Legal TV to see who will win the Trial of the Century
Final: The RaptureFinal: The Rapture · 2013
Final: The Rapture
★ 4.32013
MovieThriller
A gritty, international tale of four separate stories woven together by a common theme: the Rapture.

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FreedomFreedom · 2014
Freedom
★ 5.52014
MovieDramaMusic
Two men separated by 100 years are united in their search for freedom. In 1856 a slave, Samuel Woodward and his family, escape from the Monroe Plantation near Richmond, Virginia. A secret network of ordinary people known as the Underground Railroad guide the family on their journey north to Canada. They are relentlessly pursued by the notorious slave hunter Plimpton. Hunted like a dog and haunted by the unthinkable suffering he and his forbears have endured, Samuel is forced to decide between revenge or freedom. 100 years earlier in 1748, John Newton the Captain of a slave trader sails from Africa with a cargo of slaves, bound for America. On board is Samuel's great grandfather whose survival is tied to the fate of Captain Newton. The voyage changes Newton's life forever and he creates a legacy that will inspire Samuel and the lives of millions for generations to come.

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