SYNOPSIS

In 1793, after enduring three and a half years of mounting persecution by the architects of the French Revolution, a small band of peasants and nobles in a section of western France began a Catholic 'counter-revolution'. The French Revolutionary Government responded with nothing short of genocide. The War of the Vendee from Navis Pictures tells the forgotten story of their valiant, six year struggle to restore their Holy Religion and their King. The sacrifices of the Vendean people resulted in countless martyrdoms, but ultimately won the restoration of religious freedom for all of France. This film is suitable for all ages, and features a non-traditional cast made up entirely of children.

VIRTUESEARCH CONTRIBUTOR COMMENTARY

This film should be on the watch list of every Christian family with children in or near second grade. It is an exciting and heroic true story that is very well filmed. Most notably however, the entire cast is...children. This unique feature enables children to imagine themselves in the story and thus be deeply inspired. Contributor: CCG - www.VirtueHeroes.com

EVERYDAY VIRTUES TO LOOK FOR

Tiny Virtue Hero Durie, the Donkey

Durie knows that INTEGRITY is the strength to consistently do and be good.

Tiny Virtue Hero Shilo, the Snail

Shilo knows how to hold on tight - with the constancy & dedication of STEADFASTNESS.

Tiny Virtue Hero Jakeem, the Flying Squirrel

Jakeem knows that FAITH relies on God's power. When we take our leap of faith, God lifts us up.

NEWS & REVIEWS

NCR: Religious Liberty and the War of the Vendee

Religious Liberty Was Also at Issue in 18th-Century France -- Dramatized by Catholic Director War of the Vendee released with score by up-and-coming Hollywood composer. Read More

Bookmark: Interview with War of the Vendee Director

Host Doug Keck welcomes film director Jim Morlino to discuss his feature, "War of the Vendee", the true story of the people of Vendee who defended their faith against the French Revolution. Read More

Review: For God and King - The War of the Vendee

Article excerpt: "There is much to love in the latest film from Navis Pictures. The story of the people of the Vendée region in western France who formed a resistance army against the powerful 'enlightened' French government is as inspiring as it is timely. The rag tag band of soldiers at once calls to mind the colonists of the American Revolution facing the mighty British army as well as the fellowship of hobbits, dwarves, elves and men facing the mighty gates of Mordor. " Read More