WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2022 – Museum of the Bible welcomes fans and those curious about the hit series The Chosen to an exclusive screening of the new documentary examining what young adults think of this biblically based phenomenon.
The Chosen producers gathered nine strangers — many of whom didn’t identify with any specific faith — and asked them to watch “an international hit TV show” without telling them it was about Jesus. "This documentary is their unfiltered reaction," said Katherine Warnock, producer and VP of original content for The Chosen.
The screening and a panel with The Chosen actors and producers will take place at the museum on Sept. 27 at 6:30 p.m. EDT.
“Museum of the Bible is excited to explore how younger generations respond to stories from the Bible, and specifically The Chosen series,” said Shannon Bennett, chief marketing officer for Museum of the Bible. “Since our purpose is to invite individuals from all walks to engage with the Bible, we expect the takeaways from this film will impact how we invite younger audiences in.”
A VIP reception with the series’ actors and producers gets underway at 6 p.m. on Sept. 27 in the immersive World of Jesus of Nazareth exhibit, followed by a special viewing of The Chosen in the Galilee Theater. The “Unfiltered” screening starts at 7 p.m. for all audiences in the museum’s World Stage Theater. Following the screening, three of the show’s actors and two producers will participate in a panel discussion about the documentary.
Participants include Lara Silva (Eden), Joey Vahedi (Thomas), and Jordan Ross (Little James). Brad Pelo, president of The Chosen, and Katherine Warnock, VP of original content, round out the panel.
“We appreciate the influence The Chosen is having on culture, showing the relevance of the Bible in our lives today,” Bennett said. “We look forward to a continuing relationship with ‘The Chosen’ as we both seek to help audiences experience the Bible in new ways.”
Tickets for the screening at $25 and the VIP reception at $45 are available at https://www.museumofthebible.org/events/the-chosen-experience-at-museum-of-the-bible, which also includes a link to the documentary trailer.
For more information about “Unfiltered: Gen-Z Reacts to The Chosen” visit https://www.unfiltered.thechosen.tv/.
About Museum of the Bible
Museum of the Bible is a global, innovative, educational institution whose purpose is to invite all people to engage with the transformative power of the Bible. Making its grand opening to the public in November 2017, Museum of the Bible’s 430,000-square-foot building is located just three blocks from the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Museum of the Bible aims to be among the most technologically advanced and engaging museums in the world. Showcasing rare and fascinating artifacts spanning 4,000 years of history, the museum offers visitors an immersive and personalized experience with the Bible and its ongoing impact on the world around us. For more information, visit museumofthebible.org.
About The Chosen
The Chosen completed its second season of production in fall 2022, continuing its unprecedented success as the largest fan-supported entertainment project of all time. It has been translated into 58 languages and counting, and consistently ranked in the top 50 entertainment apps on iOS and Android. It is completely free to watch on the app that connects directly to streaming devices with no fee or subscription necessary and generates income for future seasons when viewers choose to "pay it forward" after viewing. The Chosen is produced by Loaves & Fishes Productions and distributed by Angel Studios. See more at www.thechosen.tv.
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