Lamb of God, Rob Gardner’s beautiful and amazing oratorio about the final week in the life of Jesus Christ, is now a concert film. This new film adaptation opens in theaters nationwide, Friday, March 12. This new version features acclaimed performers, a never-before-heard song, and narration.
About Lamb of God
Told entirely through music, Lamb of God portrays the final week in the life of Jesus Christ. The movie tells this story from the perspective of those who loved and followed Him, including Peter, John, Thomas, Mary and Martha of Bethany, Mary Magdalene, and Christ’s mother, Mary. Filmed in Utah at the Utah Film Studios in Park City, Lamb of God stars acclaimed musical artists Casey Elliott of Gentri, Oyoyo Bonner, Tyler Hardwick, Katherine Thomas, Emily Moffat, and many more.
“I dreamed and planned for years to create a concert film of Lamb of God and I am thrilled to bring this new cinematic, can’t miss experience to long-time fans and newcomers alike,” said creator Rob Gardner. “We brought together a world-class, once-in-a-lifetime cast and crew to create this film. And I am absolutely overjoyed that we can release it in theatres in time for Easter, and help bring light and hope so desperately needed at this time.”
Fans have compared this piece to Handel’s Messiah and Mozart’s Requiem. In the past decade, tens of thousands of artists performed the oratorio throughout the world for millions of fans encompassing nearly every Christian faith. In addition, the original recording of Lamb of God featuring the London Symphony Orchestra and Spire Chorus has been streamed millions of times. The new big-screen version features a new, original song as well as updated narration.
“This unique film brings Gardner’s incredible music to the big screen for the first time,” said Brandon Purdie, founder of Purdie Distribution and co-producer of the film. “Audiences will be thrilled to experience this sacred music in a whole new way.”
About Rob Gardner
Rob Gardner began his musical career in high school as a member of and arranger for the a cappella band Two Five Nine. The group recorded 5 albums together and, while in college, toured around the country. From there, Rob began composing original works for film, theater, and the concert stage. He is the author of a handful of stage musicals, including Blackbeard, The Price of Freedom, and 12 Princesses. Rob has also composed several sacred music oratorios. Mr. Gardner is an accomplished producer and conductor and appears regularly on the concert stage conducting his works.
Rob has a bachelor’s degree in Management and Entrepreneurship from Brigham Young University. He later attended the University of Southern California, doing graduate studies in the prestigious Scoring for Motion Pictures and Television program. He currently resides in Gilbert, AZ.
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