Brett Varvel – Disciples in the Moonlight

Brett Varvel is an Emmy Award winning director and two-time David Letterman Scholarship winner. He started his own production company, House of Grace Studios, and is now a director, actor, and writer. His credits include American Underdog, Running The Bases, Mayberry Man, Play The Flute, and now Disciples in the Moonlight. His short films, feature films, and online videos have won many awards and have been seen by millions of people around the world. Brett’s ambition in life is to share the gospel of Christ through the art of film.

Today, Brett Varvel shares his journey from an inspired young boy to a filmmaker dedicated to impactful storytelling. The conversation centers on his latest project, “Disciples in the Moonlight”, a film exploring faith in a dystopian America where the Bible is illegal. Brett discusses the decade-long process of bringing this film to life and opens up about his personal life, including his marriage and the challenges they’ve faced together. He reflects on the influence of his parents’ faith and the importance of building a strong spiritual foundation.

The episode delves into Brett’s own faith journey, which began in a Christian home and deepened through personal exploration in his teenage years. Brett emphasizes the transformative power of scripture in his life and work. Listeners are encouraged to watch “Disciples in the Moonlight,” released in theaters last July 17th, which promises to be a thought-provoking experience on faith under persecution. Throughout the conversation, Brett’s passion for storytelling and dedication to living out his values shine through, offering inspiration on faith, family, and resilience.

Larry’s Takeaways

1. Embrace challenges to discover true potential.
2. Strong faith foundation strengthens marriage.
3. Value and protect religious freedoms.

What You’ll Learn

00:01:32 – Guest Introduction: Brett Varvel

00:02:56 – Brett’s Career and Achievements

00:04:01 – Discussion on Brett’s Latest Film

00:05:04 – Larry’s Book and Podcast Gratitude

00:05:14 – Interview Begins: Parenting with Four Kids

00:07:30 – Challenges and Joys of Parenting Boys

00:09:05 – Brett’s Childhood Story: Back to the Future

00:11:04 – Lessons from Brett’s Parents

00:14:00 – Brett’s Relationship with His Wife

00:19:00 – Dealing with Miscarriage and Loss

00:23:36 – Marriage Foundation and Faith

00:31:08 – Larry’s Curiosity About Brett’s Faith

00:35:01 – Brett’s Faith Journey

00:40:10 – Impact of Parents’ Faith on Brett

00:45:02 – Disciples in the Moonlight: Film Overview

00:48:56 – Character Relatability in the Film

Links

www.thedadedge.com/alliance

www.disciplesinthemoonlightmovie.com

www.houseofgracestudios.com