When the Van’s the Wrong Color: Improvising on Set

If there’s one universal truth in filmmaking, it’s this: things rarely go exactly as planned. While filming the pilot episode of Word and Deed, we had a very specific vision in mind,—a black tactical van, slick and intimidating, perfect for a high-stakes scene. It was written into the script, imagined in the blocking, and fully […]

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Gun Safety on Set: Why It Matters More Than Ever

When it comes to filmmaking, few things are more important than safety, especially when working with prop guns. Even though these props are often non-functional or loaded with blanks, they must always be treated with the same caution and respect as real firearms. On the set of the upcoming pilot episode of WORD AND DEED, […]

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WORD AND DEED Casting for All Three Seasons

Casting the lead roles for WORD AND DEED, a series that spans three full seasons, was never just about talent on the page. It was about finding the right chemistry between two characters whose relationship drives the emotional heart of the story. The lead male role is Agent Derrick Miller/Pastor John Crossley, and his female […]

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