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The Fire We Choose

“Fear lit the match. Will love survive its flames?”

Synopsis

Brian, a newly married outsider in a religious extremist family, is torn between faith and morality when the Wards kidnap a lesbian couple, Kennedy and Mia, determined to save them at any cost.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

July 22, 2026

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Emari Burrus
Original Score
Nick Engle
Original Title
The Fire We Choose
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
22m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Emari Burrus

Original Score & Music

Nick Engle

Director of Photography

Sean Zerr

Producers

Evan Sanders, Benjamin Strack, Mark Cabus

Department Leadership Roster

Emari Burrus

Director

Sean Zerr

Director of Photography

Evan Sanders

Evan Sanders

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: NR

NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)NR

Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Fire We Choose.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fire We Choose

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Fire We Choose about?

Brian, a newly married outsider in a religious extremist family, is torn between faith and morality when the Wards kidnap a lesbian couple, Kennedy and Mia, determined to save them at any cost.

Who directed The Fire We Choose?

The Fire We Choose was directed by Emari Burrus.

Who stars in The Fire We Choose?

The principal cast of The Fire We Choose includes JP Hammer, Hailey Hershberger, Katie Ray, Sydney Beaty, Graham Reeder.

When was The Fire We Choose released and how long is it?

The Fire We Choose was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 22m.

Who composed the musical score for The Fire We Choose?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Fire We Choose was composed by Nick Engle.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Fire We Choose?

The Fire We Choose holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).