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Oct 23, 2026
Help Us Get FABIOLA to Audiences! 🎬 Donate Anytime at FabiolaMovie.com
Today Patrick Bowen, in costume as Pelayo, speaks of his favorite part of filmmaking: distribution! And he can’t wait to get to that part of FABIOLA.
Help us get there! The summer campaign may be over, but FABIOLA is still in “In Demand Mode,” which means you can continue to support the film when you give today.
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Oct 23, 2026
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Oct 22, 2026
Persevering Through Setbacks: Bringing Our Animated Christmas Movie to Life
I’ve encountered roadblock after roadblock in creating my animated Christmas movie. Perseverance and invoking St. Jude are the defining themes of this project! Three times, I’ve felt like I was getting close, only to realize I needed to backtrack and start over with fresh software.
But I’m determined to tell this story in a way that will be a unique addition to Industrious Family Theater.
Oct 22, 2026
Filming Merry Anne Bright in Tight Quarters: A New Approach Behind the Scenes
We’ve picked up our cameras and begun filming the second episode of Merry Anne Bright. This time, our favorite elf travels through time to the front lines, bringing the true meaning of Christmas in the midst of World War II.
Working in tight quarters has forced us to try something that is actually working out really well. I’ve been composing each shot before taking a step back and letting the lighting crew enter our small set space to light the actress and the set. Then they leave, and in comes the fogger and texture team.
Once they’re finished, the sound crew comes in to film the scene with me. It’s been an interesting process, but everyone has been given the space and time they need to do what they do best.
I hope you’ll agree that everyone did a great job when you see the end result!
Oct 21, 2026
Merry Anne Bright’s Perfect Hot Cocoa—and the Christmas Story Continues!
Today, Merry Anne Bright shows how to make the perfect hot cocoa.
The character of Merry Anne Bright first appeared in our 2024 Christmas special. From the studio that brought you End of the Santa Fe Trail and Outlaws of Ravenhurst comes a Christmas story about a Christmas elf learning and spreading the True Meaning of Christmas.
Now, the story continues with a second episode set to release this Christmas. Two scenes are already filmed with a third and fourth being filmed today.
Once the film is complete, we will be releasing it on Industrious Family Theater, but you don't have to wait for this film to drop to start streaming! Watch the first episode of Merry Anne Bright on Industrious Family Theater, and follow this heartwarming series as it explores the true meaning of Christmas through faith, humor, and the enduring light of Christ.
You’ll also find over 40 independent films with Catholic themes that inspire, uplift, and bring Catholic heroes to life. Start streaming today!
Oct 20, 2026
Under Control? Learning to Let Go During our Film Tour
When we were visiting my cousin during the End of the Santa Fe Trail tour, he told Patrick that he could burn a few dressers if he wanted to. Patrick was excited to help out with this.
As I watched the flames almost licking the trees and wondered if the hose would reach if we needed it, I began to see a parallel between the huge bonfire and the huge task we have undertaken with Industrious Family Films.
With the tour especially, there have been times when things have felt overwhelming (like me wondering about the hose!) and yet things always seem to work out fine. Files gets lost, drives don't arrive in time, and I get confused on which date the showing is. Despite feeling a bit out of control, the showing still happens, the fans enjoy the film, and we are reaching new people.
Filmmaking is hard. Filmmaking is competitive. Filmmaking can feel out of control. But for this tour, I'm beginning to decide that my motto is going to be "Let go and let God." Because contrary to appearances, everything really is under complete control.
Oct 20, 2026
Take Back Halloween
Rather than shying away from the holiday or embracing its pagan elements, Catholic families can take back Halloween by celebrating the beauty of All Hallows’ Eve through time-honored traditions, the stories of the saints, and a little spooky fun.
Discover how to bring Catholic traditions into your family’s Halloween celebration as you celebrate All Hallows' Eve, All Saints' Day, and All Souls' Day.
Oct 14, 2026
Short Film A Home For Christmas Warms Us up for the Month of the Poor Souls
A Home for Christmas is one or our favorite Industrious Family short films. In it Anne meets with a Poor Soul who is sent by God to reward her devotion to the Poor Souls and in turn changes her life forever. It is an antidote from the novena to the Poor Souls and is a sweet way to begin the month of November, a month dedicated to the Poor Souls.
Oct 13, 2026
New Tour Locations Planned For End of the Santa Fe Trail!
The End of the Santa Fe Trail Tour is extending! With new dates added almost every day, we are keeping busy with the planning. So far we have the following showings of this short film confirmed:
- Kansas City - November 11th, 6:00 p.m. B&B Theater, Shawnee, Kansas
Saint Louis - November 12th, 6:00 p.m. Galleria 6 Cinemas, Saint Louis, Missouri
Indianapolis - November 14th, 2:30 p.m. Emagine Noblesville Noblesville, Indiana
Cincinnati - November 17th, 7:00 p.m. Parkland Theater, Cincinnati, Ohio
Atlanta - November 19th, 6:00 p.m. Studio Movie Grill, Marietta, Georgia
Other locations we are looking to secure include Little Rock, AR; Oklahoma City, OK; Tacoma, WA; Eugene, OR; and Sacramento, CA.
Tickets are only available for preorder so if you wish to attend any of these events, please head over to the tour page and get your tickets now!
Oct 06, 2026
In two days! End of the Santa Fe Trail showing in Front Royal!
Front Royal, Virginia
- Royal Cinemas
117 E Main Street
Front Royal, Virginia
Thursday, October 8th at 6 p.m.
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