The War Within

The War Within

The fate of his marriage lies in his soul.

2014 · 92 min · ★ 6.6 · Fantasy, Drama

THE WAR WITHIN is a unique fantasy that takes viewers to a world that only God can see; the world of the inner man. Michael Sinclair (Brett Varvel) is a syndicated cartoonist whose dream of a perfect life is upended when tragic events transform his dream into a nightmare. The result is a war that wages within his soul which is personified by six members; Mind, Memory, Emotion, Will, Conscience, and Heart. The ensuing battle for control adversely effects his relationship with his wife Amy (Rebecca Reid) and causes Michael to doubt his faith in God. But in the midst of this spiritual test, Michael discovers that victory is found in surrender. As viewers follow the quest for answers inside of Michael, they may discover their own war within.

Directed by Brett Varvel

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Brett Varvel Michael Sinclair / Heart
Rebecca Reid Amy Sinclair
Gary Varvel Will
Daron Day Conscience
Drew Varvel Emotion
Terry Varvel Mind
Bruce Crum Memory
Ellen Henry Ellie Sinclair
Reggie McGuire Ray

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