Producer Rob Reiner and director Dan Partland projected God and countrya new documentary chronicling the rise of Christian nationalismat the Capitol Thursday evening.
The Oscilloscope Laboratories release, which hits theaters February 16, features a number of Christian thought leaders, including Russell Moore, editor-in-chief of Christianity today and Director of the Public Theology Project; social activist Rev. Dr. William J. Barber, II; political commentator and author Charlie Sykes; political commentator and author David French; evangelical pastor Rob Schenck; And Vegetarian Tales co-creator and Sacred message podcast host Phil Vischer.
Reiner said in a video message that the project was about “a growing movement in America called Christian nationalism.” Now I know what you’re thinking, why is Rob Reiner, a Jew, producing a film on this subject? Well, it’s because I fear that this movement, in pursuit of political power, is turning its back on the fundamental teachings of Jesus, which I try to live my life by, that you should treat others as you would like to be treated. treaty. »
The project explores how Christian nationalism “is not only a danger to our country, but also to Christianity itself.” Among other things, the documentary features footage from the attack on the Capitol on January 6, 2021, as well as figures like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA).
Amanda Tyler, lead organizer for Christians Against Christian Nationalism, was scheduled to moderate a panel with Reiner and Partland at the Capitol Hill event.
Reiner, Michele Reiner and Steve Okin are producers on the project.
