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Discovering Ella
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Knights of Swing
You've Gotta' Have A Dream
Set in 1947, Knights of Swing is a feature film that chronicles a group of young jazz musicians whose dream is to form a “really swingin’ Big Band”. Unfortunately, things prove much more complicated when the community objects to the diversity of the band. Alliances form, and lines are drawn. What follows is soul searching, uplifting, and through music, our story illuminates forgiveness, healing and unconditional love.
Top Billed Cast
Curran Barker Gifford Williams
Kyle deCamp Nolan
Brandon Ruiter Kenny
Greg Sadler Duke
Jeremy Lee Staple Conrad White
Christopher Pollack Elliott
Emily Goglia Beverly
Olivia Dessy Barb
Ivana Cespedes Jordan Bonnie
Richard Neil Mr. Miller
Emilio Palame Mr. Arthur
Amanda Lamberti Mrs. Barlutski
Sarah Zeema Carol Barlutski
Trevor Brunsink Wesley
Abigail McKee Shirley
Jon Briddell Mr. Barlutski
Don Nowak Mr. Conway
Gabriel Lemus Gabriel Hernandez
Randy Irwin Mr. Tanner
Jeffrey Conway Mr. Simms
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