Ep. 13 Lights, Camera, Faith: A Journey with Christian Movie Producer Chevonne O'Shaughnessy

Braided Faith with Crystal Addis

Today, we have a remarkable guest with us, Christian movie producer, Chevonne O'Shaughnessy. Chevonne shares the the beauty of creating films from books, discussing the transformation of the "Love Finds You" book series from Guidepost into films. She also talks about the importance of bringing faith into moments of life and business and how her movies motivate and bring families together. Chevonne offers valuable tips for Christians looking to break into the entertainment industry, including her experiences with Hallmark movies, movie production, and scripts. Finally, we delve into the fascinating world of Amish mysteries. Join us for this enlightening conversation with a talented Christian movie producer. As Co-Founder and President of American Cinema, I have dedicated my career to producing films that inspires and promote strong moral values. I started my career at Quest Entertainment as the President of International sales in Florida. I continued my career at PM Entertainment in 1990, as Vice President of international films where I helped oversee the production and sales of over 150 feature films. In 2000, I founded American Cinema International, producing films that secured international acclaim and prime-time broadcasts on platforms like USA, SyFy, and HBO Premier. Our work includes multiple romance movies for networks like Hallmark and UPTV, known for their heartwarming narratives and strong family values. Mission Pictures was my next project, with Cindy Bond, which started in 2008 and counted with over 75 faith based films. In 2014 I co-founded ACI Inspires, focused on creating family-oriented films that convey messages of faith, hope, and love. Our commitment is to produce content that not only entertains but also enriches lives, encouraging viewers to reflect on their values and beliefs. Our latest project, ACI On the Go YouTube channel, has reached over 650,000 subscribers, offering free, inspirational content worldwide. My mission is to produce entertainment that enriches lives and upholds the values cherished by Christian communities. Connect with Chevonne: ACI On the Go: https://www.youtube.com/@ACIOnTheGo American Cinema Inspires: https://americancinemainspires.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chevonne-o-shaughnessy/ IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1367679/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chevonneinspires/ Connect with me: Braided Faith IG: www.instagram.com/braidedfaith/ ⁠ Novel & Mug IG: ⁠www.instagram.com/novelandmug/⁠ Braided Faith FB: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/braidedfaith ⁠ Braided Faith Website: ⁠www.braided.faith ⁠ Novel & Mug Website: ⁠www.novelandmug.com ⁠ The Wellness Box: ⁠www.thewellnessbox.shop