The new film The Forge premiered on Friday, bringing a narrative of faith, mentorship and personal growth to the big screen. Directed by Alex Kendrick and produced by Stephen Kendrick, The Forge , a spinoff of the film War Room , tells the story of Isaiah Wright (Aspen Kennedy), a 19-year-old basketball enthusiast with no clear direction. Struggling with his relationship with his single mother, Cynthia ( Priscilla Shirer ), Isaiah is forced to confront his past and future when given an ultimatum: step up or move out. Isaiah’s journey takes a significant turn when he lands a job at Moore Fitness, where the owner, Joshua Moore (Cameron Arnett), becomes a pivotal mentor. Through his new mentor’s guidance and his mother’s prayers, Isaiah begins to realize that God may have a greater purpose for him than he ever imagined. The Forge is a faith-based film that explores emotional themes of forgiveness, growth and alignment. The film features an ensemble cast including Shirer, Cameron...
