Welcome to Paradise
“The road to Paradise begins with a journey of the heart.”
Synopsis
When big-city preacher Debbie Laramie (Crystal Bernard) moves to the small town of Paradise with her son Hayden (Bobby Edner), she finds the local community unreceptive to her message of love and forgiveness. Determined to get through to her stubborn congregation, Debbie uses unique methods to shake the churchgoers out of their indifference, such as inviting a homeless man to sing during one of the services. Brian Dennehy co-stars.
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Welcome to Paradise (Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-10-19
Top Cast
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Crystal Bernard
Debbie Laramie
Bobby Edner
Hayden Laramie
Brian Dennehy
Bobby Brown
William Shockley
Kent Dylan
Beth Grant
Frances Loren
Ken Jenkins
Reverend McNamara
Nick Searcy
Reverend Ellington
Brad Stine
John Sullivan
Danielle Dearing
Church Goer
Paul Ganus
Bart
Elizabeth Dennehy
Helen Brown
Lorilynn Failor
Twyla Twain
Loy Edge
Nate Twain
Michael Tyler Henry
Donnie Bottinelli
Kelly Lazarus
Beth
Marianne Muellerleile
Doris Fargo
Timothy Stack
Eugene Fennig
Michael Seaman
Scott Sullivan
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 1, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Brent Huff
- Screenplay & Story
- Brent Huff, William Shockley
- Original Score
- Tor Hyams, Steve Pierson
- Original Title
- Welcome to Paradise
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- EchoLight Studios, Out of Pocket Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Brent Huff
Brent Huff, William Shockley
Tor Hyams, Steve Pierson
Robert Hayes
Pete Sepenuk, Paula Stein
Patrick Stack
Department Leadership Roster
Brent Huff
Director
Tor Hyams
Original Music Composer
Jayme Bohn
Costume Design
Chris Davis
Production Design
Steve Pierson
Original Music Composer
Brent Huff
Writer
Robert Hayes
Director of Photography
Pete Sepenuk
Editor
William Shockley
Writer
Paula Stein
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Welcome to Paradise
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What is Welcome to Paradise about?
When big-city preacher Debbie Laramie (Crystal Bernard) moves to the small town of Paradise with her son Hayden (Bobby Edner), she finds the local community unreceptive to her message of love and forgiveness. Determined to get through to her stubborn congregation, Debbie uses unique methods to shake the churchgoers out of their indifference, such as inviting a homeless man to sing during one of the services. Brian Dennehy co-stars.
Who directed Welcome to Paradise?
Welcome to Paradise was directed by Brent Huff.
Who stars in Welcome to Paradise?
The principal cast of Welcome to Paradise includes Crystal Bernard, Bobby Edner, Brian Dennehy, William Shockley, Beth Grant.
When was Welcome to Paradise released and how long is it?
Welcome to Paradise was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for Welcome to Paradise?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Welcome to Paradise was composed by Tor Hyams, Steve Pierson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Welcome to Paradise?
Welcome to Paradise holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).