Liberty University Cinematic Arts, Zaki Gordon Center

08/28/2026

It's full speed ahead for Drew Belcher’s thesis film, “Breakout!” Take a look at the trailer!

In an effort to prove her washed up, good-for-nothing father wrong, a 17-year-old drag racer, Daniella “Dani” Chase, teams up with a world renowned crew chief to compete in the worlds largest junior Super Comp racing competition. When things take a turn for the worse, Dani must come face-to-face with her actions and her entire perspective on the sport she loves, and life, changes.

08/20/2026

Check out the trailer for Brandon Paz's thesis film, "Untamed Dreamers"!

A young paladin, Vracos Dawnshield, must overcome his sorrow and grief to avenge his closest ally, rekindle his love with Runa Valindeer Arrowharth, and reclaim his courage. All the while, his mysterious dreams, once started as nightmares, grant him the first steps to unlock his true potential and become one of the new protectors of the realm of Nóren.

08/18/2026

The winner of our summer contest is David Rivera! Enjoy his take on the theme of light in "Even the Demons Tremble.” As the winner, David will get a free movie poster of his choice—a good start to another year of filmmaking!

08/14/2026

Gretel Lam’s thesis film, “Eden”, is a coming of age drama about Yan, a young Chinese American girl struggling between obedience and free will as she enters into adolescence. You can see the trailer here!

08/04/2026

Need movie recommendations to finish out your summer? Our professors have you covered!

07/25/2026

You make us proud, Lincoln!

  [Watch film below] What began as a simple personal project for Liberty University alumnus Lincoln Edwards (’25) became an award-winning short film that brought the sport of men’s indoor volleyball to the big screen in a way no film...

06/01/2026

Need encouragement? Professor Jon Hout shares how Psalm 91 keeps him grounded during challenges!

05/29/2026

Anybody else miss being on set?

05/26/2026

Congratulations to Professor Darin Wales for winning the Gold Remi Award at the 59th WorldFest Houston Film Festival for his film "Warehouse!"

05/21/2026

And the Student Showcase winners are . . .

Best Picture - Isaac Hicks for "Jared Lives"
Best Directing - Isaac Hicks for "Jared Lives"
Best Cinematography - Rocco Germani for "Watched Tower"
Best Sound Design - Grantham Rome for "Watched Tower"
Best Editing - David Michael Kennedy for "SINSLAYER"
Best VFX - Isaac Hicks for "Jared Lives"
Best Production Design - Anthony Macaro for "Your Little Secrets"
Best Costume Design - Olivia Jiles and Mirabelle Bishaw for "Tarnation City"
Best Original Score - Kate Perlot for "The World is Mostly Empty"
Best Stunt Design - Ava Stevens for "Assailant"
Best Lead Actress - Ashlyn Manley for "Umbrella Man"
Best Lead Actor - Aidan Lowery for "SINSLAYER"
Best Supporting Actress - Carissa MacKinney for "The Flap of a Hummingbird's Wing"
Best Supporting Actor - Arnulfo Jacinto for "Fluffy Paws"
Day One Audience Choice Award - Anthony Macaro for "Your Little Secrets"
Day Two Audience Choice Award - Andrew Butte for "Delirium"
Day Three Audience Choice Award - Isaac Hicks for "Jared Lives"
Zaki Gordon Award - Isaac Hicks for "Jared Lives"