WHAT IS DEIDOX?
ABOUT DEIDOX:
Do you believe that God is still actively engaged with the world? Do you think He is continually making Himself known? Every day new stories of God’s redemptive and transforming work in and through His people are appearing around the world. But these stories often go untold, their ability to teach and inform lost forever. Deidox brings these compelling stories to life through short documentary films.
Where does the name come from?
Dei = Means “God” in Latin
Dox = Documentary films
Deidox are true stories of how everyday people are being used by God in the world today. Our hope is that these short films will inspire you to realize anew how big and active God is, how He is reaching and changing lives in all countries and using His people to accomplish His work.
Put simply, Deidox are cinematic stories of the modern day Christian journey.
Ultimately we hope to produce dozens of cinematic, Deiddox stories demonstrating how God is working in countries all over the globe. The first three stories (Robert, Lindsay, and Deon) are the Beta phase of this vision.
HOW TO USE DEIDOX:
Deidox short films were developed for large groups to use within their ministry context and for individuals to enjoy on their mobile devices and computers. Two separate licenses are offered depending on the use of Deidox.
Large Groups: We provide high-resolution digital downloads in HD and SD for use by Churches, Small Groups, Youth Groups, Schools, College Chapels, and non-profit organizations. (For more information about licenses, click here.)
Individuals: We also provide a low-resolution version of each short film for use by individuals on their computers, iPods, iPhones or other personal media devices. (For more information about licenses, click here.)
BEYOND DEIDOX:
Our vision for Deidox is to not only challenge and inspire people with the stories told, but to also highlight and support organizations that are demonstrating God’s love on a daily basis.
For each Deidox story, we have identified a non-profit organization that compliments the themes and issues raised in the short film. One dollar of each download is then provided to that non-profit organization to help them accomplish their mission.
THE PRODUCTION COMPANY:
Deidox short films are produced by Chronicle Project, a film/video production company based in Pasadena, CA. Founded in 2003 by a group of filmmakers and travelers with production experience in over 20 countries, CP exists to tell compelling stories that will move people to offer compassion and hope. Their award-winning documentary Dear Francis, about an AIDS prevention campaign in Swaziland, aired on Showtime television and The Movie Channel throughout 2007 and 2008. They have also worked with non-profit organizations such as Union Rescue Mission, Azusa Pacific University, and Saddleback Church, among others.
Brent Gudgel – Director
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Brent is a film director in Los Angeles who has worked in over 20 countries for clients including Ford, Saddleback Church, English Language Institute/China, Azusa Pacific University, and Fuller Seminary. A partner in the production company Chronicle Project (www.chronicleproject.org), Brent co-directed an award-winning documentary “Dear Francis” which has been used by universities and churches around the world in addition to airing on Showtime television (www.dearfrancis.org). The film is about the most HIV-infected nation in the world, Swaziland. Brent also directed the documentary “Hood Ranch” and an ongoing documentary series for Union Rescue Mission on Skid Row in Los Angeles.
Brent obtained his B.A. in film from Azusa Pacific University in 2002. Prior to producing films, Brent worked with youth at Lake Avenue Church and Young Life. Like his producing partner, Brent is a PK (Pastor’s Kid) who grew up in the church, which developed his strong passion for ministry and desire to spur people to action. Recently Brent also became a published author, co-writing the book Before You Get Engaged with his lovely wife Danielle.
Dave Mahanes – Producer
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David has overseen the production of documentaries, promotional videos, and short films over the last six years, including the feature documentary “Dear Francis.” He has produced and filmed projects in countries such as Swaziland, Rwanda, Kenya, Mexico, Turkey, Thailand, and Morocco. Previously David worked with I-40 Films where he oversaw the production of commercials that included award-winning spots for Ford and the Carolina Hurricanes.
For three years, David provided leadership to a community outreach program for at-risk high school students in Northwest Pasadena. He worked at Lake Avenue Church as a high school small group director for four years. He continues to enjoy working with and mentoring college age students.
Prior to moving to California, David spent four years as the personal assistant to Governor George Voinovich of Ohio. He obtained his B.A. in history and political science from Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama .
