What Better Dignity

2004 | Narrative | Semi-Finalist

A young boy makes a discovery that renews his entire family. Daniel learns from his grandmother about his godly family heritage. See the history of Texas come alive in this touching film about love and duty. Based on the author’s own family heritage, this film explores one family’s involvement in several chapters of Texas history, from the struggle for Texas independence to the devastation of the Civil War. This film offers a refreshing view of loving and God-honoring family relations through adventure and tragedy, reminding us of our timeless calling to fight for those that we love and for the freedom to worship and serve our Lord.

Production Notes

Length:
31 mins. 24 secs.
Studio:
Bethel Barnhouse Productions
Producer(s):
The D. Robert Smith Family
Actor(s):
Katy Smith, Daniel Smith, Lily Smith, Amy Smith, Andrew Smith, Kathleen Smith, Robert Smith, Dennis Beeman, Jedidiah Beeman, Elizabeth Dupuis, Cherilyn Dickerson-Dupuis, James Gallagher, Jesse Henderson, David Hale, Isaac Rockett, Benjamin McKee, Adrienne McKee, Joseph Schroeder, Jacob Schroeder, Andrew Berkemeyer, Caleb Miller, Chris Jenkins, Brandon Taylor, Patrick Money, Daniel Money
Camera:
Panasonic MiniDV PV-GS9
Software:
Adobe Premiere