Dear followers friends: You have made Healing River a hit!
Amazon updates show that viewings of Healing River tripled last month and are continuing to go up! It’s now being watched every day by thousands who neither follow this blog nor know (or care) who I am. Why? Simply because they’ve heard it’s a good movie. And because of this trend, along with its being one of the best-rated films out there, They are now actively promoting it. “They” being the Amazon algorithms that have identified Healing River as a hit. Algorithms don’t care about a movie’s heart, or even know what a heart is, they just sees digits–lots of them.
But you have hearts, and You have seen into this movie’s heart and responded accordingly with your comments, reviews and ratings. So, no, Amazon hasn’t made it a hit. You have! Or rather–to give credit where credit is infinitely due–God, working through you, has.
When I was first given the green light to write, direct and produce a movie about “forgiving the unforgiveable,” a story of spiritual healing that had haunted me for years, I prayed, “Please, show me what You want.”
And God replied, “I want you to remember that, from start to finish, this is My project.”
I know, for regular visitors here, Healing River is becoming old news. Like bloggers who’ve written books or created artworks, I talk about my project frequently–sorry, about God’s project. Which is why I never tire of talking about it. But I do try and make sure each post has new information and a fresh focus. And the long-overdue focus of this post is you.
So thank you!
You can see the trailer, read the reviews, and watch or order Healing River, by clicking here.
I’ll put this on my watch list so I can see it when time permits.
Great. And good to hear from you, Imelda.
It impresses me to see followers crossed out and see that we are friends! Anticipating that we’ll be enriched after watching it. Christina
Congrats !👍👍
Thanks, Francis!
Most welcome.🌹🙏
We have watched the trailer, the whole show is on our watch list after our granddaughter gets married this Saturday. It’s been a hectic few weeks in the Rooster’s hutch.
I’ll bet! Congrats on the upcoming grand-nuptials!
Woah, I saw its poster somewhere on the internet few years back. World is a very small place I guess. Congrats on your success, will surely watch it. The story looks promising.
Thank you, Pragati! By the way, I visit your blog site often, but don’t see any way to respond to your post (no “Like” button or “Response” section). Am I missing something?
Glad to hear that. I deliberately have disabled the comment section because of too many spam comments.
It’s a shame you had to do that, Pragati. Maybe you could at least add a “Like” button.
Congratulations, Mitch!
Thank you, Miriam!
You’re welcome, Mitch!
I love reading your stories about the movie. I like you, believe when God is in the work, he will bless it. I have to get a look at Healing River. Sounds like a winner.
That is fantastic! Congratulations. Yes, it is truly God’s project, but I’d say God picked a pretty good assistant when he picked you.
Well, it was He who equipped me, after all, so I suppose He gave some advance consideration, Russ. ;>)
I’m so happy for you, I got all teary-eyed reading this post. Healing River is a beautiful movie, with a message that we all need, especially in these trying times.
Aw, thank you, dear Linda.
Congrats ! Knew it would go. Blessings and Peace.
Thank you, Claudia, and thank you for your role in helping make it happen!
What are friends for?
Congratulations, Mitch! You’ve done a great job as the assistant director. 😉
Yeah, and I’ll never work for that tyrant again, I tell ya!
Yes you will. 🙂
Wonderful news Mitch.
After the supreme effort you expended to launch “Healing River”–what with the writing AND directing AND producing–it must be hugely gratifying to see the way God is using this film. I just KNEW it would touch a lot of hearts! Congratulations, Mitch!
Thank you, dear friend.
Thank you another movie to watch. 🌸 🙏
Hope many people see this movie and apply its message to their hearts. God bless!
Aw, thank you, Nancy!
Thank you for sharing your (and God’s) good news!
Scrolled across this just now and remembered it was on my to watch list. Then the storm knocked out my cable, but not my internet. Watching now. 😃
Ah, great, Katie, glad you got your signal back!
Mitch,
I gave my review. I hope it all helps.
Gary
I’m sure it did. Thank you, Gary.
I can’t help thinking that “God’s project” of “healing river” has been perfectly timed for just these troubled days. So glad it’s reaching more and more people. 🌎 Praise God!
It does feel like God’s timing, doesn’t it? Thank you, Dora. And amen!
So happy for you! I love watching a movie about religion. Healing River is so emotional. Actors and actresses are outstanding. I can watch it over and over.
Aw, thank you, Martina.
I’m so happy it’s got traction! Congratulations. Think of everything God is doing in the hearts of all those viewers.
That’s what I pray for. Thanks, Colleen.
God working in the lives of His children is never old news! In fact, this news is a refreshing break from the real old news!
Amen, Cathy!
Wow, congratulations! I’ll be watching it today 🤗
Great, Crys! Pretty sure you’ll love it.
I have no idea how you ever found my little blog (From Turtle to Butterfly). To be honest, when I received the e-mail saying you had ‘liked’ my post titled “Hold Your Head Up”, I figured it was another of those ‘spammy’ likes I get so many of. Imagine my surprise when I clicked to check out your site and realized it wasn’t like that at all. So, I wanted to take a moment to say Thank YOU for taking the time to read my post. I pray that it blessed you in some way. I read this post of yours and figured it was a good one to post my thanks to you on and I hope to read more of your entries as time permits. I’m also interested in checking out this movie and seeing what it’s all about. So, thank you, again, for your kindness and may God bless you a hundred fold!
Hi Kathryn, I think I discovered you on the WordPress Reader when I typed in a tagword that brought you up. I like your transparency, the way you’re using your faith journey to minister to others. Good to meet you, and may God bless you a hundred fold as well.
We need more of such movies in the world today. Thank you for this
Just finished the movie and throughly enjoyed it. As I just posted on my Facebook page, I believe everyone should watch it. Stay blessed and thank you for being you.
I’m so glad you enjoyed Healing River, Chris! And I’m delighted to hear you’ve recommended it on Facebook. May I also encourage you, if you haven’t already, to leave a brief review at Amazon? (The more reviews it gets, the more they recommend it). Plus, you can rate it from 1 to 10 stars on IMDb (link below). Note: IMDb only recognizes the rating if you rate a few other movies, as well. Have a great Labor Day! https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5848326/