SPRINGFIELD, Missouri – EU Films, Evangel University’s student media organization, will premiere its latest feature film, “MRDR 315” on Tuesday, Dec. 10. Screenings will be held at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. in Barnett Recital Hall, located in the Fine Arts Building on Evangel’s campus. The public is invited to attend. Admission is free and tickets will be available at the door.
The murder mystery film follows the story of student Mara Chase at Central Springs University. When her brother is accused of murdering a professor, Mara and her friend, Alex Forge, must retrace the victim’s last day to find who they believe is the real killer and prove her brother’s innocence.
“This film is a true ‘who done it’ murder mystery with a mix of danger and fun,” said Dr. Cameron Pace, chair of Evangel’s Communication Department. “The students began working on the project in April and have continued throughout the fall, overcoming obstacles, to produce a premiere-ready piece.”
Local actress Sky Wolfe stars as Mara Chase, and EU student Colten Wilson plays her friend Alex Forge. The film also features community actors Darin Crace, Wyatt Long, and Camden Crace, along with EU faculty members Nancy Pace-Miller and Gene Arnold. The screenplay was written by EU students Natalie Hedgepeth and Jocelyn Squires, with Hedgepeth also serving as director of photography. Additional EU student production roles include Brenna Crace as producer, Mackenzie Franks as assistant director, and Issac Wellborn as chief editor.
EU Films is part of Evangel’s Communication Department. Each semester, students in the Film’s Workshop course produce a 30–60 minute feature film, supervised by Pace, who serves as executive producer. More information about EU Films, including a trailer for “MRDR 315” can be found on the organization’s Facebook page.
Communication Department
Evangel’s Communication Department offers several hands-on training opportunities, including a cutting edge tv studio, radio station, video equipment, and more to prepare students to pursue a wide variety of immersive communication-related fields. Program options include communication and journalism, digital and graphic design, film and media production, journalism education, and public relations and advertising.
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Evangel University, with its embedded Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), is a comprehensive Spirit-led Christian university located in Springfield, Missouri. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Under the leadership of Dr. Mike Rakes, EU is committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to serve the Church and society globally and becoming compassionate innovators in their chosen vocations. EU offers more than 70 degree programs, including cutting-edge majors, pre-professional programs, and affordable and flexible online degree options.
EU is highly regarded and has been ranked:
- #1 Best College in Springfield & #2 Best Christian College in Missouri by Niche
- US News & World Report Best Colleges Top Performer in Social Mobility
- Colleges of Distinction Best Christian University
- Top 10 Best Universities by AcademicInfluence.com
- Third Most Beautiful Campus in the Midwest by Christian Colleges & Universities
- Top 10 Best Colleges in Missouri by BestColleges.com
With additional accreditations in business, counseling, music, social work, and theology and certification as an Excellence in Giving university, EU is focused on providing students with hands-on experience and real-world training for today’s professional careers. Learn more about the university at evangel.edu.