JOHN CLARKE - AMERICA'S FORGOTTEN HERO IN RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
by Metatron Productions, LLC
It is our pleasure to invite you and your family to support this timely feature film about the untold inspirational story of my Uncle, Baptist Minister and Physician Dr. John Clarke, and his world changing contributions for Religious Liberties.
AN INSPIRATIONAL STORY BASED ON THE LIFE OF BAPTIST MINISTER AND PHYSICIAN DR. JOHN CLARKE WHO RISKED TREASON TO SECURE WIDE REACHING RELIGIOUS FREEDOMS AND CIVIL LIBERTIES FOR THE NEW WORLD.
As an Independent Filmmaker and direct descendant of Joseph Clarke, Dr. John Clarke's youngest brother, I have the honor and divine calling to share John's story with the world.
Your generous tax-deductible donation is needed and much appreciated to move us through Final Development and into Preproduction, (please scroll down for details), ultimately supporting us to create this epic movie for a wide audience theatrical release worldwide.
On behalf of my very talented cast and crew, I want to express our heartfelt thanks to you for your backing our most timely and inspirational Movie steeped in Soul Liberty! ~ Andrea M Clarke - Producer, Director, Writer
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FILMMAKER STATEMENT
Rarely do people speak of or remember peaceful, honorable men and their world changing contributions. As a direct descendant of Joseph Clarke, Dr. John Clarke’s youngest brother, I am passionately driven to share with the world the importance of John’s life, his unwavering commitment to "Soul Liberty" and founding of Newport, Rhode Island where persons were welcomed to practice their faith without fear of persecution.
In 1634, 140 Years before the 56 Signers of the Declaration of Independence risked their livelihoods to form the United States of America, Baptist Minister and Physician Dr. John Clarke along with his young wife Elizabeth set sail from England to escape religious persecution under the King's rule. No sooner was John ashore in Boston; he was disarmed, banished in the dead of winter, arrested for holding an "unlawful worship service", thrown in jail, threatened with death by the Governor of Massachusetts and sentenced to 20 lashes on the whipping post.
As a Protestant Minister, John was well aware sailing back to London in 1651 would place him directly into the Lion's Den as Rhode Island's Agent of Record. His soul purpose was unwaveringly clear: to secure the independence of the Colony from the King of England no matter the cost.
1651 was a tumultuous era in London, King Charles I was executed 2 years earlier with Lord Cromwell The Protector" dominating the new regime. In 1660, King Charles II came back in power and brutally hunted down the 59 signers of his father's death warrant, namely Lord Cromwell. This was known as the "Regicides". How John Clarke survived these times, including his involvement with the Fifth Monarchists , is nothing short of miraculous.
Referencing John’s book “Ill Newes from New England” and scores of historical research, our inspirational film, a full-feature Historical Drama, will bring you into Dr. John Clarke’s world and his journey to overcome religious persecution, loss of personal freedoms and risk of treason to triumph in obtaining Religious Freedom and Civil Liberties for the Colony of Rhode Island, ultimately changing world history.
Thank you for your support of me as an Independent Filmmaker and this most important little known story. As an Independent Production Company, our projects are funded through the generosity of individual donors, and major sponsors. I am grateful for your moral support and contributions!
~ Andrea M Clarke - Producer, Director, Writer
*From The Heart Productions, INC. acts as Fiscal Sponsor.* The Fiscal Sponsor IRS number is 95 444 5418 and, as a donor, you may use this number on your taxes with the donated amount for a tax deduction. For In-Kind donations such as Airline Miles / Vouchers, Lodging Stays and more, please contact [email protected]
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