The exclusive “Director’s Diaries” goes behind the scenes to reveal how It all began.
Fifteen years ago, Dallas Jenkins stepped onto the set of a low-budget, faith-based film with a big dream and an all-star cast. Determined to capture the journey, Jenkins documented the highs, the lows, and the unforgettable moments behind the making of “What If…”—an uplifting film that became a faith-filled classic.
Now, for the first time ever, watch this never-seen-before behind-the-scenes footage, “Director’s Diaries,” and witness how this inspiring film came to life.
“‘What If…’’ was my first project where I unashamedly portrayed the importance of faith and surrender to God. And even back then, I wanted to connect with the viewer by showing behind the curtain how these stories get made,” Jenkins told The Epoch Times about his decision to make the diaries. “This director’s diary is definitely a trip down memory lane.”
Jenkins, who has since become an international powerhouse as the creator, director, co-writer and executive producer of “The Chosen,” the first multi-season series about the life of Jesus of Nazareth, is stepping back in time to celebrate the success of “What If” with a special two-night anniversary theatrical return on Aug. 5 and Aug. 7.
More information about theaters and the schedule can be found here.
In a trailer promoting the re-release of the film, Jenkins offers his insight: “Hey there, I’m Dallas Jenkins, and you might know me as the creator of ‘The Chosen,’ but 15 years ago, I made a movie that my kids tell me is still the best movie that I’ve made, and it’s called ‘What If…” ‘What If…’ tells the story of a man who gets a chance to see what his life would have looked like if he had made the right choice to follow his faith.”
In a recent interview with The Epoch Times, the movie’s leading man, Kevin Sorbo (who plays Ben Walker) described it as “‘It’s a Wonderful Life” in reverse.”
For both Sorbo and Jenkins, “What If…” was the beginning of their commitment to faith driven projects.
