God spoke to a young boy out of a whirlwind. What followed was a poor humble man from Kentucky who became the greatest faith healer of the 20th century. A skeptic journalist is assigned to report on the groundswell of miracles and discovers a prophet beyond belief. Not only does he heal the sick and raise the dead, he sees it in visions long before it happens. Adapted to Screenplay
Based on a True Story
Set from the 1930's through 1960's. Drama; Spiritual ; In First Draft.
1948 After Major Healing Service.
Journalist Lowell Carter has just retired to his hotel room having witnessed the miracles.
INT. REVIVAL TENT - PRIVATE AREA - 2:OO AM
Branham is in prayer. Tired and slow to get up he walks toward a smaller meeting tent where local ministers are gathered.
SMALLER TENT - CONTINUOUS
LINDSAY
(concerned)
Gentlemen, maybe we should continue this conference tomorrow-
Branham perks up and greets them with a smile.
BRANHAM
(Jesting)
Has God gone to bed Lindsay?
LAUGHTER. Lindsay acquiesces and makes introductions.
LINDSAY
Brother Branham, they all are in agreement. They want you to stay and extend another week. It’s up to you.
BRANHAM
I have my answer as God has spoken it in a vision. But before revival can remain here in St. Louis brothers reproof and correction must be made-
A minister stands up.
MINISTER
We’re all most grateful and ready for your lead brother Branham.
BRANHAM
I think not brother as some of you are still skeptic and some have the love of money on your hearts.
They begin to move a bit nervously. Lindsay looks as if he knows what’s coming and sits down.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
Many a congregation has been submerged to purely human level...is that the word Brother Lindsay? did I get it right...submerged?
LINDSAY
I believe that best describes it.
BRANHAM
(beat)
You’re here because your church is dead. Empty of super natural presence.
Branham senses to ease off.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
Well...quit squirmin , I’m not gonna single you out. I dearly love each and every one of you. Answer to God not me. You know your weakness...Lord knows I have mine and they are not a few.
He pulls out a handkerchief and wipes his eyes.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
(meekly)
When he grieves I do grieve the same.
Branham POUNDS his bible and stirs them up
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
(boldly)
But he has compassion on us gentlemen and has given his word that if you will lock your self in a closet so to speak and pray mightily for one week with fasting you’ll have revival like you never seen.
MINISTER
(shouts)
Thank you Brother.
They MURMUR in agreement.
BRANHAM
And glory be to God I’m staying-
They ERUPT in CLAPPING and PRAISING all standing.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
(louder)
No hell or high water shall prevail against our God and his servants. Glory! Run devil, you are powerless to stop the hand of the God and creator of heaven and earth...
He raises his hand and bible. THUNDER CRACKS LOUD outside the tent and vibrates inside.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
...I cast you out of this city...roar all you want...you’re hell and your demons are shaking. The lame shall walk, the suffering shall rise up, the blind will see...revival Is here in the name of Jesus Christ almighty, his kingdom come!
EXT. REVIVAL TENT - CONTINUOUS
ABOVE THE TENT - ABOVE THE CITY
Lightening sparks and THUNDER RUMBLES.
INT. HOTEL ROOM - CONTINUOUS
Lowell’s eyes open. Light flashes in his room.
LOWELL V.O.
I awoke a new man. I wanted to tell the world.
EXT. NEWS STAND - HEADLINES - FAITH HEALER BRANHAM TAKES ST. LOUIS BY STORM - MORNING
A paper boy is CALLING.
PAPER BOY
Kansas City Star here. Miracle man...read about the healer..Kansas City Star here!
Branham is in prayer. Tired and slow to get up he walks toward a smaller meeting tent where local ministers are gathered.
SMALLER TENT - CONTINUOUS
LINDSAY
(concerned)
Gentlemen, maybe we should continue this conference tomorrow-
Branham perks up and greets them with a smile.
BRANHAM
(Jesting)
Has God gone to bed Lindsay?
LAUGHTER. Lindsay acquiesces and makes introductions.
LINDSAY
Brother Branham, they all are in agreement. They want you to stay and extend another week. It’s up to you.
BRANHAM
I have my answer as God has spoken it in a vision. But before revival can remain here in St. Louis brothers reproof and correction must be made-
A minister stands up.
MINISTER
We’re all most grateful and ready for your lead brother Branham.
BRANHAM
I think not brother as some of you are still skeptic and some have the love of money on your hearts.
They begin to move a bit nervously. Lindsay looks as if he knows what’s coming and sits down.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
Many a congregation has been submerged to purely human level...is that the word Brother Lindsay? did I get it right...submerged?
LINDSAY
I believe that best describes it.
BRANHAM
(beat)
You’re here because your church is dead. Empty of super natural presence.
Branham senses to ease off.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
Well...quit squirmin , I’m not gonna single you out. I dearly love each and every one of you. Answer to God not me. You know your weakness...Lord knows I have mine and they are not a few.
He pulls out a handkerchief and wipes his eyes.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
(meekly)
When he grieves I do grieve the same.
Branham POUNDS his bible and stirs them up
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
(boldly)
But he has compassion on us gentlemen and has given his word that if you will lock your self in a closet so to speak and pray mightily for one week with fasting you’ll have revival like you never seen.
MINISTER
(shouts)
Thank you Brother.
They MURMUR in agreement.
BRANHAM
And glory be to God I’m staying-
They ERUPT in CLAPPING and PRAISING all standing.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
(louder)
No hell or high water shall prevail against our God and his servants. Glory! Run devil, you are powerless to stop the hand of the God and creator of heaven and earth...
He raises his hand and bible. THUNDER CRACKS LOUD outside the tent and vibrates inside.
BRANHAM (CONT’D)
...I cast you out of this city...roar all you want...you’re hell and your demons are shaking. The lame shall walk, the suffering shall rise up, the blind will see...revival Is here in the name of Jesus Christ almighty, his kingdom come!
EXT. REVIVAL TENT - CONTINUOUS
ABOVE THE TENT - ABOVE THE CITY
Lightening sparks and THUNDER RUMBLES.
INT. HOTEL ROOM - CONTINUOUS
Lowell’s eyes open. Light flashes in his room.
LOWELL V.O.
I awoke a new man. I wanted to tell the world.
EXT. NEWS STAND - HEADLINES - FAITH HEALER BRANHAM TAKES ST. LOUIS BY STORM - MORNING
A paper boy is CALLING.
PAPER BOY
Kansas City Star here. Miracle man...read about the healer..Kansas City Star here!
