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I pity the fool who replaces Mr. T!

Cloud Ten Admin — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:17:05 +0000

Andre van Heerden with Mr. T on the set of Judgment

One of my favorite shows during the 1980′s was the supremely over-the-top “A-Team”. Even as a kid I realized how unrealistic and cheesy it was and yet loved every minute of it. Literally thousands of rounds of ammunition could be fired, hundreds of pounds of explosives could be detonated, multiple vehicles could be flipped and crashed and burnt – all by “an elite commando unit” – and yet no one was ever killed or seriously hurt. Most of the damage was always done by a cleverly made “cabbage cannon” or by someone with a bad attitude.

That someone was the irrepressible – and I would argue irreplaceable – Mr. T.

Mr. T posing for the camera on the set of Judgment

Mr. T. is not an actor. He’d be the first to tell you that. He’s a real deal tough guy and an icon. He was famously discovered by Sylvester Stallone who was looking for someone to play the ultimate unbeatable antagonist in ROCKY III. One night he was watching the “World’s Toughest Bouncer Competition” on TV (they actually had to throw people and knock down doors) and Mr. T. won. Stallone took one look at him and knew he’d found his guy.

I had the enormous pleasure of directing Mr. T in JUDGMENT. During the interview process to see if he was the right fit for the character he told me: “Mr. T don’t do love scenes and Mr. T don’t rollerblade.” And yes, he said it in that unmistakably growly voice of his.

After talking with him and realizing that Mr. T. looks and sounds and generally “is” the person you see on screen, I had to go back and change our characters name from “Tim” to “J.T.” and change all of his lines of dialogue. Mr. T isn’t about clever repartee. He doesn’t use long or complicated sentences. He’s a direct, honest, man of action.

During those revisions I came up with some of my all time favorite lines. J.T. was part of the Christian-resistance along with Helen Hannah (APOCALYPSE, REVELATION, TRIBULATION). But unlike Helen he didn’t have any problem using violence against Macalousso and those who had sworn allegiance to him. He was someone you’d hate to stand against but love to have on your side. No one else could deliver the lines that Mr. T. could: “Violence is the only language he understands. Black eye for black eye, broken tooth for broken tooth!” “If they want fire and brimstone, then they’re gonna get it!” “You keep that up and you’re gonna need Amazing Grace!” “Do I look patient to you?”

But while Mr. T’s on screen personas are intimidating, it’s not hard to see the big heart and soul behind the gold chains, mohawk and scowl. When he came to our set he was over 50 and still looked great. And while others were complaining about long days, or dirty locations he was always smiling and ready to do his best. He visited an injured crew member in the hospital. He helped plan a birthday surprise for co-star Corbin Bernsen. When he laughs he covers his mouth – just as his mother taught him. He shared personal stories about how he became “Mr. T” and how Jesus Christ was his strength and salvation while battling cancer. Film crews rarely ever get star-struck. They’re used to working with big stars day in and day out. But with Mr. T. it was different. I often found myself, along with many others, humming that catchy “A-Team” theme just because he was around.

I saw this week the trailer for the up-coming “A-Team” movie. It’s got some big stars in it (Liam Neeson, Bradley Cooper, Jessica Biel) and they’re certainly trying hard to capture the look and feel of all of the original characters. It looks like they come pretty close. But while some characters may work with one actor stepping in for another – I don’t think anyone can replace Mr. T. As they say today: “he’s the real deal.”

- Written by Andre van Heerden, Cloud Ten Pictures Writer/Director

Preparations Are Being Made For The Third Temple in Jerusalem, Prophecy Coming True

Cloud Ten Admin — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:23:00 +0000

Preps are being made for the Third Temple to be built.

The other day I was working on my Facebook as I normally do, and I ran across a post that a friend had put out about the preps being made for the building of the Third Temple.

Of course, for those interested in Biblical prophecy, and most Cloud Ten Pictures fans are, this is of great interest.

I also thought it interesting to note that as of earlier this year, all the furniture for the Temple has already been made, and all the priestly garments as well. The building of the Temple and its completion will signify an important milestone in Prophecy.

Time is short.

According to Scripture, the building of the Third Temple signifies the remaining portions of end times prophecies will follow at a rapid rate.

The coming of the Messiah, JESUS CHRIST could be sooner than most might expect…but first… the anti-Christ will be revealed….

Actor Gordon Currie plays Nicolae in the LEFT BEHIND series by Cloud Ten

Please read the following Prophecies:

Matthew 24:15 When ye therefore shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, stand in the holy place, (whoso readeth, let him understand:)

The abomination of desolation is when the Antichrist stands in the holy place of the rebuilt Temple and falsely declares to the world that he is God.

Daniel 9:27 And he shall confirm the covenant with many for one week: and in the midst of the week he shall cause the sacrifice and the oblation to cease, and for the overspreading of abominations he shall make it desolate, even until the consummation, and that determined shall be poured upon the desolate.

Daniel 11:36 And the king shall do according to his will; and he shall exalt himself, and magnify himself above every god, and shall speak marvelous things against the God of gods, and shall prosper till the indignation be accomplished: for that that is determined shall be done.

2 Thessalonians 2:1-4 Now we beseech you, brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and by our gathering together unto him, That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand. Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God.

Just thought it interesting that this was taking place, and thought you might like to know.

Trailer for LEFT BEHIND WORLD AT WAR – Cloud Ten Pictures

For our fans, you know that our films from the LEFT BEHIND series and the films APOCALYPSE, REVELATION, TRIBULATION and JUDGMENT all deal with the end times. If you haven’t seen them, I invite you to click on any of the above titles to watch a trailer of the film and learn more. If you are interested in purchasing the film, you may do so directly at those links as well.

God bless brothers and sisters and stay alert. The King cometh soon.

Your friend and blogger… Eric

THE RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH – Free Film Opportunity!

Cloud Ten Admin — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:06:00 +0000

The concept of a rapture of the church is a controversial topic among Christians around the world.

The rapture of the saints is in keeping with the pre-tribulation viewpoint of the end times.

The word “rapture” itself is not found in Scripture, but the concept itself is found within the pages of 1 Thessalonians 4. It is found in the Apostle Paul’s writing in verse 17.

The words which are translated into English as “caught up” is translated from the Greek word harpazo which literally means to carry away, carry off, snatch up or grasp in a hastened manner.

So how did we go from harpazo to rapture? Well the answer lies in the Latin translation. When the Scriptures were translated into Latin, the Greek word harpazo became the Latin word raptus.

English scholars used the term rapture to describe this “snatching up” as a raptor takes it’s prey. This is conveyed in verse 17. English speaking theologians then took the term “rapture” to describe this “carrying away” of the saints.

In accordance with this viewpoint, the rapture is a real time event that will take place in the near future. Jesus will return in the air and snatch up His church from the Earth then return to Heaven with His bride.

Cloud Ten Pictures takes the pre-tribulation rapture viewpoint and has made more rapture, end-times, and eschatology based films than any other film production company.

Our LEFT BEHIND Series and our APOCALYPSE series (4 films: APOCALYPSE, REVELATION, TRIBULATION, and JUDGMENT) feature Kirk Cameron, Lou Gossett Jr., Gary Busey, Mr. T. and Howie Mandel.

All of these films deal with the rapture of the saints in a cinematic and moving way. I would encourage you to click on the titles of the films above and watch the trailers.

Have you seen our films? If not, let me give you an opportunity to see them for free.

Here is a trivia question for you:

According to the Book of Revelation, how many servants of God were sealed in their foreheads from the Tribe of Dan?

The first person to comment here on my blog with the correct answer will win the APOCALYPSE SERIES (that’s all 4 DVD movies).

If you don’t win here, there is another way to become a winner.

Cloud Ten’s owner, Paul Lalonde has already given away hundreds of movies on the Cloud Ten Pictures Fan Page on Facebook. Join Today!

Your friend and blogger… Eric

THE END TIMES – Mark Of The Beast – 666

Cloud Ten Admin — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 01:36:00 +0000

The Book of Revelation is a topic of great discussion. In context, according to Scripture, it is the revelation of Jesus Christ which God gave Him to show to His servants the things that must soon take place.

God made it known (to man) by sending His angel to His servant John.

The Apostle John, inspired by the Holy Spirit, writes:

Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is written in it, for the time is near.

And the time is near folks. We should be talking about this at great length with one another.

So let’s talk about what the Book of Revelation says about the “last days” Commonly referred to as the “end times” or in theological terms as “Eschatology,” the study of the “last things.”

In the Book of Revelation Chapter 13 verses 11 and following, the Apostle John is witnessing to a second beast that causes the earth and its inhabitants to worship the first beast discussed at the beginning of the same chapter.

THE MARK OF THE BEAST – 666

This second beast is the one that: causes all, both small and great, both rich and poor, both free and slave to be marked on the right hand or the forehead, so that no one can buy or sell unless he has the mark, that is, the name of the beast or the number of its name. This calls for wisdom: let the one who has understanding caluculate the number of the beast, for it is the number of a man, and his number is 666.

Then there is a stern warning in Scripture found in the Book of Revelation chapter 14 verses 9-11:

And another angel, a third, followed them, saying with a loud voice, “If anyone worships the beast and its image and receives a mark on his forehead or on his hand, he also will drink the wine of God’s wrath, poured full strength into the cup of His anger, and he will be tormented with fire and sulfur in the presence of the holy angels and in the presence of the Lamb. And the smoke of their torment goes up forever and ever, and they have no rest, day or night, these worshipers of the beast and its image, and whoever receives the mark of its name.

What is this mark? What does it look like? Will you know it when you see it?

SHADOW GOVERNMENT

Cloud Ten Pictures is getting ready to release a new documentary called SHADOW GOVERNMENT hosted by world renowned author Grant R. Jeffrey that deals with the mark of the beast. Other noted biblical scholars that contribute their thoughts are Chuck Missler, Gary Kah and Jack Kinsella. You don’t want to miss this fantastic and insightful documentary starring Jason Hildebrand.

We are doing our part to discuss the mark of the beast in a way that can be shared with others.

LEFT BEHIND starring Kirk Cameron

But there is so much more when it comes to end times. As you know, we also have our LEFT BEHIND series starring Kirk Cameron that deals with the rapture, the antichrist and the end times as well as our APOCALYPSE series.

I’d like to open this for discussion:

What are your thoughts on the END TIMES?

What about the RAPTURE OF THE CHURCH?

What do you think the MARK OF THE BEAST looks like?

What about ANTICHRIST?

Chime in and let me know your thoughts… Your friend and blogger… Eric

CONTEST – Free Copy of a Cloud Ten Pictures Film

Cloud Ten Admin — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:40:00 +0000

The Cloud Ten Pictures Blog officially has over 100 followers!

First off I would like to say thank you to everyone who has been following my blog. I pray that it has been a cool and fun little blog to keep up with.

I’ve thought about having a contest for awhile now on the blog where I can give away one of our films to a blog follower.

So to see who is paying attention to the blog, I’m gonna hold a little contest.

Every person that comments on this blog entry before July 13th, has a chance to win one of our DVD titles FREE.

Here are the rules:

1. Make sure you are a blog follower of this blog. (your name should show up on the right, you can follow through Facebook or via Yahoo or Google) Do not post anonymously.

2. Tell me which of our films you’d like to have if you win and why you picked this film.

3. Post your comment on this entry by midnight EST on July 12th.

That’s it. Here are the titles you can choose from. Just click on the title to read more about the film:

APOCALYPSE – Richard Nester, Leigh Lewis

DECEIVED – Judd Nelson, Louis Gossett Jr.

THE GENIUS CLUB – Stephen Baldwin, Tricia Helfer, Tom Sizemore

JUDGMENT – Corbin Bernsen, Jessica Steen, Mr. T

LEFT BEHIND – Kirk Cameron, Chelsea Noble, Clarence Gilyard

LEFT BEHIND II: TRIBULATION FORCE – Kirk Cameron, Chelsea Noble, Clarence Gilyard

LEFT BEHIND III: WORLD AT WAR – Kirk Cameron, Lou Gossett Jr.

REVELATION – Jeff Fahey, Nick Mancuso, Carol Alt

SAVING GOD – Ving Rhames, Dean McDermott, Ricardo Chavira

SMUGGLER’S RANSOM – Anthony Tyler Quinn, Marina Resa, Jeff Doba

TREASURE BLIND – Brian Shoop, Daniel Brookshire

TRIBULATION – Gary Busey, Margot Kidder, Howie Mandel

WATERPROOF – Burt Reynolds, Orlando Jones

So there it is folks. Again, thank for following the blog and my best to you in your shot at a free DVD.

Guaranteed one blessed winner. Maybe more depending on the number of entries. God bless!

Eric S. Highland
Executive Public Relations Consultant
Cloud Ten Pictures / Cloud Ten Entertianment