As Easter quickly approaches, a new biblical drama, The Last Supper, is hitting theaters nationwide.
The film is brought to life by a partnership between Grand Canyon University (GCU), Pinnacle Peak Pictures, Canyon Productions, Great American Pure Flix and multi-award winning artist Chris Tomlin.
GCU President Brian Mueller explained of the movie, "The Last Supper is more than just a retelling of one of the most important moments in history. It’s an invitation to see who Jesus really is – His love, His sacrifice and His call to serve. At GCU, our mission to serve others is a significant aspect of our educational journey and is derived from Christ’s life as a servant and His ultimate sacrifice. 'For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many' – Mark 10:45."
Mueller added, "To be a servant of Christ means committing to live a life that puts others before ourselves and bringing about real change. That promotes human flourishing and is transformational to people and communities."
Canyon Productions CEO and GCU Board of Trustees Member Shawn Boskie also shared of the university's mission aligning perfectly with The Last Supper, "Our partnership with Grand Canyon University is so meaningful to me precisely because the institution’s commitment to service, faith and education mirrors the very themes of this film. When I was a student at GCU, everything from an academic perspective was firmly rooted in Biblical foundation."
The Last Supper officially hits theaters on March 14th.