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Brigham City

Director: Richard Dutcher

  • Sam Cardon: Composer
  • Michael Chaskes: Film Editor
  • Richard Dutcher: Director, Writer, Producer
  • Ken Glassing: Cinematographer
murder; forgiveness
Wes is both an LDS bishop and the sherrif of the small town of Brigham, which becomes terrorized by a serial killer. He seeks to protect his flock both physically and spiritually, and as the killings continue each member of the community comes to question their faith, their identity, and the value of their cloistered community. From the cover: "Brigham City is the terrifying tale of a small town held hostage by an unknown serial killer. As the people of Brigham lock their doors and windows, paralyzed by fear, they can only wait for news of the next victim. This fiercely fascinating murder mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat until the shocking, final twist!"
See Mormon Film: Key Films of the Fifth Wave This is Richard Dutcher's second LDS theatrical film, after his breakthrough God's Army. These films' success paved the way for the other LDS-themed productions that have followed. It did not, however, recoup its cost in its initial release, and Dutcher entered a four-year dry spelll after its release, attempting to create his film on Joseph Smith and eventually making States of Grace.
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DVDMM 245
April 6, 2001
USA
English
Zion Films
Mormon Contributor(s)
Richard Dutcher - Wes; Matthew Brown - Terry; Wilford Brimley - Stu; Carrie Morgan - Peg; Tavya Patch - Meredith; Jongiorgi Enos - Ed Gray; Jeff Johnson - Garcia; Wendy Hoop - April; Sterling Brimley - Glen; Richard J. Clifford - Steve; Frank Gerrish - Ralph; Janice Power - Evelyn; Rick Macy - Ernie
MPAA: PG-13
Narrative Film; Significant Mormon Elements
Excel Entertainment
Commercial Theaters; Commercial Video (VHS/DVD)
120 min.
35mm color
Nothing attracts a serpent like a paradise.

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