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The HOPE, an 80 minute storying of the Bible, was adapted in Thailand starting in 2006 using Thai on-screen storytellers. Imagine that you have a little over an hour to trace this story from its beginning to its end, through the Old and New Testaments of the Bible.The HOPE was prayerfully designed to accomplish that very purpose. But The HOPE can also be viewed in sections or chapters over a period of days, weeks, or months, thus allowing viewers to consider, study, or discuss this incredible story as it unfolds. Ultimately, The HOPE was created to give viewers a desire to explore the Bible, and to discover the One who claims to be its author. Available in Central Thai from Nation Entertainment (NE) in Chiang Mai. Currently, Lao and Burmese are under production.

NEW! Matthew. Filmed on location in Tunisia, Morocco and South Africa, this multi-million dollar production of features a cast of thousands, historically correct costumes and award-winning directing. The film stars Emmy-award winning actor Richard Kiley as Matthew and introduces Bruce Marchiano as Jesus. 4 hours. Available in Central Thai from Nation Entertainment for Thailand and in Bahasa Indonesia from Disktara stores in Indonesia.

NEW! Acts. This powerful and entertaining film is taken word for word from the Bible and appeals to all ages, offering educational, spiritual and entertainment value. Filmed on location in Tunisia, Morocco and South Africa, this multi-million dollar production of Acts features a cast of thousands, historically correct costumes and award-winning directing. The film stars family favorite Dean Jones as Luke, James Brolin as Peter and Jennifer O’Neill as Lydia. 183 minutes. Bahasa Indonesia from Disktara stores in Indonesia.

NEW! Treasures of the Snow. A Swiss boy, Lucien, teases his friend Dani and causes a serious accident. Dani’s sister Annette becomes bitter and Lucien is despised by everyone. When he becomes friends with the old woodcarver, he finds hope, but also learns a price must be paid for forgiveness. Then Lucien bravely crosses a mountain pass in a blizzard to find a doctor who can cure Dani’s leg. Filmed in the swiss alps. (135 minutes) Thai only (NE)

New! Tanglewood’s Secret. Philip and Ruth are staying with their rather strict aunt while their parents are overseas. Building a secret hideout in the forest, the children meet Terry, a gypsy boy, who shares the secrets of the forest with them. The sickness and death of Terry causes Ruth to ask many challenging questions of her good and wise friend, Mr. Tandy, a local shepherd. (80 minutes) Thai only (NE) New! The Climb . Two hotshot solo climbers forge an uneasy alliance in order to ascend one of the world’s most dangerous peaks. Their treacherous journey takes them higher — and deeper — than they’ve ever been before. (101 minutes) Thai only (NE)

New! SEE ENGLISH VIDEO PROMO of Unlocking the Mystery of Life is a compelling documentary examining the scientific case for intelligent design — an idea with the power to revolutionize our understanding of life…and to unlock the mystery of its origin. Using state-of-the-art computer animation Unlocking the Mystery of Life transports you into the interior of the living cell to explore systems and machines that bear the unmistakable hallmarks of design. Rotary motors that spin at 100,000 rpm. A biological information processing system more powerful than any computer network. And a thread-like molecule that stores instructions to build the essential components of every living organism on earth. (58 minutes) Thai and Burmese. (NE). Bahasa Indonesia from Disktara stores in Indonesia.

New! Pahappahooey Island. Welcome to the mysterious, far away land of Pahappahooey Island. Once an enchanting paradise, darker times have now overtaken the island. On the horizon a brewing storm threatens to destroy Pahappahooey. Four 30 minute episodes. (Thai only – NE)

New! You Are Special. Welcome to Wemmicksville, a most exceptional village of cobblestone streets, colorful shops, and wooden villagers called Wemmicks. Day in and day out, the Wemmicks award each other with stickers; golden stars for the talented and clever, and ugly gray dots for the less talented and clumsy. Punchinello is covered with gray dot stickers. In fact, try as he might, he just can’t seem to earn a star. Then one day he meets a Wemmick named Lucia who has no sticker at all! Lucia introduces him to the mysterious wood carver Eli. As Punchinello discovers his true worth, something very strange begins to happen. 3D animation. (26 minutes) Thai only (NE)

New! SEE THE THAI PROMO OF Winds of Adventure, a childrens puppet series produced in Belgium. This 16 episode series (15 minutes each) is a drama filled with treasure, airships and pirates and is particularly effective in helping children find happiness and meaning. A quality program for 4-10 year olds. Thai and Burmese (NE).

NEW! SEE THE THAI PROMO of Who is Jesus? A 22-minute version of the International Bible Society’s MATTHEW series with the testimony of a respected Thai believer at the end. Available in Central Thai, Northern Thai and Isaan in Thailand. This is also available in Burmese with the testimony of the Jesus actor at the end. Bahasa Indonesia will soon be available. (NE)

Blessed Family, a drama about a Chinese family struggling to maintain strong family ties in the face of turmoil, is available in Central Thai in VCD format. BF consists of six one-hour episodes. Thai and Burmese. (NE)

Rak-a-Pai is set in NE Thailand in a poor rural village. Joseph is a favored son and his jealous brothers plot to sell him. The young boy, escapes to Bangkok to grow up with a kind police general. All is well until he is falsely accused of by the general’s new wife and is sent to prison where he wins friends. Eventually he is sent for by the prime minister of Thailand who hears about his unique ability to interpret dreams. Using professional actors and scenic Thailand as a background this is an effective communication tool about forgiveness. (58 minutes) Thai only (NE)

Mae Saring Thi Rak ( Lovely Mae Sariang) is a classic drama set in northern Thailand with top name actors. The main characters are from a Thai tribal ethnic group. A wounded Bangkok man was left for dead on his way to Chiang Mai after being hijacked by criminals and he is helped by the local caring person. (58 minutes) Thai only (NE)

NEW! SEE THE THAI PROMO of Pamela’s Prayer, the gripping story on dating and purity- topics of intense interest to teens, young adults, and parents. (57 minutes) Thai only (NE)

NEW! SEE THE THAI PROMO of Late One Night. Three factory workers make their routine stop at a diner late one night. Just before closing, a man comes in and takes a seat at the counter. One of the workers, an antogonist named Larry, tries to strike up a conversation with a man but he does not respond,. What follows is an intense dram about the most important issue in life … (35 minutes) Thai only (NE)

The Gathering. Michael’s world turns upside down when the successful marketing executive catches a vision of the future. This sobering “warning” could not come at a worse time for his marriage, his job or his friendships. Michael struggles to understand the meaning of the message and must convince his loved ones of the answer he finds. (50 minutes) Thai only (NE)

Final Exit. This is a hard hitting video drama about a Nobel Peace Prize winner, a convicted murderer and two teenagers who die and face judgment. Who will spend eternity in heaven? (42 minutes) Thai only (NE)

Escape from Hell is the story of Dr. Eric Robinson, who becomes obsessed with the idea of life after death. Through a series of events that leads to his own death, he finds out that hell is a very real place. (76 minutes) Thai only (NE)

Shiokari Pass The true story of a man who dared to love beyond all limits. Faith jumps into action in this tale set in turn of the century Japan. A persecuted believer shows God’s love by imitating Christ.(63 minutes) Burmese only (NE)

Bamboo in Winter. She was just back from the university. With memories of Tiananmen Square still fresh in her mind, she now faced a new kind of revolution. A revolution of the soul. (58 minutes) Khmer and Burmese (NE)

NOTE: All Thai titles are available from Nation Entertainment, Box 10, Chiang Mai 50000