Christian filmmakers Alex and Stephen Kendrick are returning to their filmmaking roots with Flywheel: Ignition of the Soul, a remake of their 2003 debut film, Flywheel, scheduled for theatrical release on October 16.
Despite its modest production quality, the original film sold 1.3 million DVDs and resonated with audiences through its message of faith and personal transformation. The brothers had long hoped to revisit the story with improved production quality. That opportunity emerged while working with young Christian filmmakers in Brazil, where the remake was filmed in Portuguese with a local cast and crew. The film has since been dubbed into English for American audiences.
The updated story follows a successful used car salesman facing personal struggles involving marriage, fatherhood, and integrity. Through his challenges, he discovers the importance of surrendering his life to Jesus Christ. Alex Kendrick hopes the film will encourage viewers to examine their spiritual lives and pursue a deeper commitment to following Christ.
