By Clay Meyer and Danny Burns
FCA is partnering with Outreach Films, Samuel Goldwyn Films and New Song Pictures to promote the new movie To Save a Life.
The film tackles a variety of issues teens face today. It follows Jake Taylor, a senior basketball player who has just accepted a full athletic scholarship to the University of Louisville when his life is turned upside-down by a number of issues including the suicide of a childhood friend he’d neglected. Taylor feels a tremendous amount of guilt over the loss of his friend and, with nowhere to turn, reaches out to a local youth pastor who helps him realize there is more to life than sports, girls and good times. It is a storyline that will resonate with and impact student-athletes in many ways.
The idea for the film came from screenwriter and pastor Jim Britts of Oceanside, Calif., who, after being so moved by attending a high school assembly in which nearly 75 percent of the students mentioned they’d either considered suicide or knew someone who did, realized he had to take action.
According to Britts, the FCA family will really connect with the film. “Most athletes have got some level of influence because of their abilities. This movie definitely asks athletes the questions, ‘How could you use your popularity to actually reach out to those who are hurting and lonely on your campus and how can you use your popularity to actually help those who don’t fit in anywhere?’
“I think this film really connects with the heart of FCA and what FCA is trying to do,” said Britt.
“To Save a Life is one of those movies that leaves a mark on you after watching. It is not a feel good movie that you forget about. Instead, you are moved to action, reminded that one life can bring transformation,” said Executive Vice President of FCA Ministry Programs Dan Britton. “I am challenged to make a bigger difference, inspired to do something for the next generation. This is one of the best representations of what students are dealing with every day."
“Athletes have a unique opportunity to lead on their campus,” said Outreach Inc. Vice President Ron Forseth. “To Save a Life demonstrates this and offers FCA huddles the chance to invite their friends to an engaging movie that is sure to spark great discussions around what matters most in life.”
FCA is encouraging the viewing of To Save a Life. The film is due in theaters Jan. 22, and additional information can be found at to 
