Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster as the real-life saga of the Smallbone family, the faces behind the hit Christian pop duo For King & Country is making a splash on the big screen. Their highly anticipated film, "Unsung Hero," based on their family's journey from Down Under to Nashville, is set to take audiences on a faith-filled ride from April 26. According to WKRN, Joel Smallbone, who steps into his father's shoes for the role, said "It’s really a family film. It’s a story about a mom, six kids, and her husband who lost everything in Australia, moving continents and arriving only to lose his job once again."
As the Smallbones have a knack for keeping things all in the family, "Unsung Hero" brings their real-life family bonding to the foreground. Luke Smallbone, who has a hand in producing, was heard in an interview with WKRN saying, "We raked leaves, we mowed lawns and we cleaned houses all together." He reminisced about how their family's closeness was cemented through those shared Nashville workdays. It's not just about the grit and grind, however, "Unsung Hero" also underscores the belief that being a family means more than sharing a last name or DNA, but leaning on each other when the going gets tough.
This cinematic venture, backed by both Kingdom Story Company and Candy Rock Entertainment, goes beyond typical Hollywood fare. It offers an inside look at the hardships faced by David and Helen Smallbone, whose steely faith and dedication to family and music helped materialize their American dream. Also co-directed by Joel Smallbone and Richard Ramsey, the film boasts an original score that beats to the rhythm of the family's heartbeat, composed by Brent McCorkle. Notably, the biopic is featured on Bladen Online as "a testament to the power of faith and family, and the incredible impact of nurturing talents."
With tickets soon to go on sale and anticipation building, it's clear that "Unsung Hero" aims to leave moviegoers with more than just a feel-good buzz. It's a reminder of the power of family and faith. For those looking for a story that celebrates overcoming adversity and finding strength in each other, mark your calendars for this one. After all, as the poignant James Smallbone line in the film goes, it's not your family that’s in the way, "they are the way."
