Synopsis
From T.C. Christensen, director of the sensational pioneer film, 17 Miracles, comes the heroic true story of a simple man who was called to do the work of angels. Ephraim’s Rescue relates the story of Ephraim Hanks: a rescuer of the Martin Handcart company. Follow Ephraim as his adventures lead him to join the LDS Church and ultimately to one of the most heroic rescues in American history. With a unique desire to help and strengthen others, Ephraim learns that each choice we make can prepare us for what lies ahead. He discovers, through it all, that decisions determine destiny.
Ratings
IMDb5.8/10
13 audience votes
Key crew
- T.C. ChristensenDirector
- T.C. ChristensenWriter
- Paul CardallOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Darin ScottEphraim Hanks
- Richard BenedictEphraim Hanks (Older)
- James GaisfordThomas Dobson
- Koleman StingerThomas Dobson (8)
- Katherine NelsonAlice Dobson
- Mia SelwayEster Stock
- Ken EklofBenjamin Hanks
- Daniel SappenfieldSidney Hanks
- Nancy PetersonMartha Hanks
- Alexia IoannidesMartha Hanks (Sister)
- Christina TorrienteElizabeth Bradshaw
- Ethan MorganRichard Paul Bradshaw
Stills
Themes
faithutahrescue missionreligious conversionbased on true storysalt lake city, utahmormonfrostbite19th centuryreligious persecutionmother son relationshipmormon pioneer