Saturday’s Warrior 2016: The Story behind the new Big-Screen Movie
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Robert SolomonJanuary 19, 2017
A Little Bird, the church does not endorse the private or commercial work of its members, good or bad. By the same token, it also doesn't credit individuals for work they do under the church's auspices. essay, "Saturday's Warrior" is a fictitious musical fantasy. It does not supplant personal prayer, personal scripture study or lessons with the full-time missionaries. Anonymous, I'm sure both Doug and Lex put many long and tedious hours into the collaboration process. I thank them both!
A Little BirdAugust 31, 2015
I have seen a number of productions of this play, in a number of states, and loved all of them. Various people have commented on "sticking more to doctrine" and no one has mentioned what we learned in Institute Class, way back when the play was first presented in Utah. Our instructor said that President Kimball said the Church could not put their stamp of approval on the play for one reason:" the little girl who said she would wait to come to a certain family, was something that was not correct; no one is given that choice." I loved the play so much and had wondered why the Church did not say something to promote it, and then this remark came in Institute Class.
Destine SchaeferAugust 30, 2015
Many movies media plays are influenced by doctrine but are art Not doctrine.For me Saturdays Warrior was a breath of fresh air in a jaded 70s. Folks hopefully are wavy enough to learn to discern by the spirit fact from fiction or Wed all be running around doing Comic.com...oh we are....I myself have grown from fairy tales to documentary..hubby still like Bigfoot and werewolves to relax from reality.Lighten up or be boring, sad, alone, disappointed but "right"
Lisa PowellAugust 19, 2015
I think the fundraising efforts are going to be very important to making a great film. It is sad that great movie making has to be so expensive. It is interesting that is hasn't felt right until now. Sometimes all the elements just aren't in place yet. The Lord only knows what time frame to do which project. I can't wait to see this film. I would gladly pay $100.00 to be an extra. Sign me up!
essayAugust 18, 2015
I agree with anonymous, please be aware of some of the speculative doctrine, particularly the one and only - it takes away from an otherwise we'll intentioned production. I understand speculation is part of it, i.e., what the pre-existance was like, but if it's supposed to be inspiring and let others know who we are and what we believe, then stick closer to what doctrine is known instead of making it up.
Andrew ArnottAugust 18, 2015
+1 to removing the false (or at least ill-based) doctrines in the original stage play (e.g. "one and only").
WendyAugust 18, 2015
Kind of torn, in a good way. Absolutely thrilled that Saturday's Warrior is finally being made into a movie and I believe it can be an incredible one. On the other hand, I saw the play when I was just a teen and have been in love with it ever since and still listen to the music all the time and am always inspired by it. Just by the nature of going to film versus the stage, there will be changes and part of me feels like it's one of those things that just shouldn't be remade, it was so good. Almost like doing it a disservice. In the end, the younger generation deserves to experience the wonderful production that did indeed impact so many lives. Thanks for listening to the promptings, Lex. Do it justice, please. Saturday's Warrior and Star Child both will always be my special favorites.
anonymousAugust 18, 2015
Please change the idea that there's a "one and only" that you covenanted with in the pre-existence to be your eternal companion. That has been struck down many times by prophets and apostles since. That idea really messed up a lot of relationships.
Lex de AzevedoAugust 18, 2015
I totally agree with the comment about Doug Stewart being left out of the story. Perhaps that is because the writer is covering the film and not the stage play. In my opinion the impact that Saturday's Warrior has had on so many lives is due largely to Doug's story line and the idea that there is more to life than just this life. The other day, while re-recording the songs for the film, we all wept at the Doug's masterful lyrics in "Sailing On," "Brace Me Up," "Feelings of Forever" and others. Thanks Doug, for your inspired words. You have created a legacy for generations. Lex
Jim KinseyAugust 18, 2015
I can hardly wait. Two church musicals have really had an impact on me. Saturdays Warrior and Threads of Glory. The story and the music are inspiring. I wish someone would revive Threads of Glory. We could certainly use it now. I will look for further notices.
Joyce YoungAugust 18, 2015
This is interesting to me because our 2nd son was born in December and while in the hospital just after he was born and in my room with me, a group came down the hall not only singing Christmas songs but the theme from "Saturday's Warrior". This was really special to us as parents of a newly-born "Saturday's Warrior."
Elizabeth BeusAugust 18, 2015
I was an investigator in June 1975 when I first saw the stage production with Cam King. WOW! it had a great impact on me and my decision to be baptized! I can't wait for the movie! But....PLEASE leave out the cheesy comment the mother makes while in labor ...something along the lines of "look what you did to me". Marriage relations are sacred, especially when they result in a baby's birth. I don't recall that in the stage version...so perhaps someone threw that into the film version.
KATAugust 18, 2015
I'm happy to hear about the upcoming movie, but this article focuses entirely on Lex de Azevedo with barely a mention of Doug Stewart, who came up with the storyline and many, if not most, of the ideas for the stage musical and wrote the book and lyrics. His enormous contribution to the work is basically discounted. What will be his involvement with the film?
AnonymousAugust 18, 2015
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saturday%27s_Warrior Lex did not write Saturdays Warrior. Doug Stewart did. Lex is taking far too much credit for Saturdays Warrior. Lex wrote the music, Doug wrote the play and the lyrics!
Jill UKAugust 18, 2015
At last! Will be so excited to see this venture come to fruition! Good luck to all involved!
Glen M. DanielsenAugust 17, 2015
This is such thrilling news!! But please, please: Give it a Blu Ray release!
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