Liken: Esther and the King
Synopsis
When a modern-day girl named Amelia (Lauren Faber) faces a big challenge in her life, her mother (Lori Broadhead) teaches her about the power of fasting by sharing the story of a heroine from the Bible. Esther (Summer Naomi Smart), an orphan raised by a relative named Mordecai (Marvin Payne), is chosen from all the maidens in the land to become queen. While becoming a queen is where most fairy tales end, this is just the beginning of the true story of this courageous woman who must risk her life to save her people from a treacherous plan of the charmingly wicked prince Haman (Jeff Stevens). Through reliving the story of Esther, Amelia gains an understanding of the power of fasting and how it can help her learn courage.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 2006
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dennis Agle Jr., Aaron Edson
- Screenplay & Story
- Dennis Agle Jr.
- Original Title
- Liken: Esther and the King
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 3m
- Production Studios
- Lightstone Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dennis Agle Jr., Aaron Edson
Dennis Agle Jr.
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Dennis Agle Jr.
Director
Aaron Edson
Director
Dennis Agle Jr.
Writer
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What is Liken: Esther and the King about?
When a modern-day girl named Amelia (Lauren Faber) faces a big challenge in her life, her mother (Lori Broadhead) teaches her about the power of fasting by sharing the story of a heroine from the Bible. Esther (Summer Naomi Smart), an orphan raised by a relative named Mordecai (Marvin Payne), is chosen from all the maidens in the land to become queen. While becoming a queen is where most fairy tales end, this is just the beginning of the true story of this courageous woman who must risk her life to save her people from a treacherous plan of the charmingly wicked prince Haman (Jeff Stevens). Through reliving the story of Esther, Amelia gains an understanding of the power of fasting and how it can help her learn courage.
Who directed Liken: Esther and the King?
Liken: Esther and the King was directed by Dennis Agle Jr., Aaron Edson.
Who stars in Liken: Esther and the King?
The principal cast of Liken: Esther and the King includes Summer Naomi Smart, Dallyn Vail Bayles, Frank Gerrish, Jeff Stevens, Jacob Shamy.
When was Liken: Esther and the King released and how long is it?
Liken: Esther and the King was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 1h 3m.