Based on the life of Jesus seen through the eyes of his youngest apostle John, the film releases in theaters nationwide Summer 2025.
The Salvation Poem Project has announced their new 2D animated film Light of the World will release in theaters nationwide Summer 2025. The upcoming film tells the story of Jesus through the eyes of his youngest apostle, John.
"The Salvation Poem Project's mission is to share Jesus through song and story," said Brennan McPherson, president of The Salvation Poem Project. "We are a group of artists who cherish Jesus more than life. This film's story is intensely personal to us because it shows how Jesus can change the lives of broken people like you and me."
The film is set in 30 AD as people await the coming Messiah. While Jesus isn't exactly what they imagined, there is something special about this man. Soon, John, James, Andrew, Peter, and others begin to follow Jesus on an unexpected adventure, as told through the eyes of his beloved young friend, the Apostle John.
Produced by The Salvation Poem Project with a $20 million production budget, the film combines modern approaches to 2D animation. John J. Schafer (Superbook) and Tom Bancroft (Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Mulan) direct, with animation direction by Tony Bancroft (Mary Poppins Returns, Space Jam: A New Legacy).
"We have long dreamed of telling the story of Jesus in a groundbreaking manner, and we believe this film does that," said Matt McPherson, founder of The Salvation Poem Project.
Journalist, antique shop owner, aspiring gemologist—Laurén brings a diverse perspective to animation, where every frame reflects her varied passions.
