• "TAKE" — This film captures the essence of how forgiveness frees the soul. The story line introduces the audience to a mom, a dad, a son and a gambling addict trying to find money to pay a debt. One moment of horrific terror leads to a day of execution. "Take" is a rich story without compromised standards or gratuitous scenes. (See review online.)

• "TEARS OF A KING: THE LATTER DAYS OF ELVIS — The filmmakers think Elvis Presley was getting ready for baptism into the LDS Church. Starring Elvis impersonator Matt Lewis, the film takes the viewer through the crossroads in the singer's life and choices he regretted. Presley had a copy of the Book of Mormon, in which he wrote comments. That copy is used in the film. (See review online.)

• "THE ELEVENTH HOUR" — This dark film uses blood, guts and violence to tell the story of an ex-Navy SEAL captured during a raid to free Japanese prisoners from a North Korean prison camp. He endures torture for three years, then is released back into civilian life. The story of revenge is full of negative messages, fast-paced action and fights. Chase scenes, though dramatic, shake violently. The film contains minor profanity and one obscene hand gesture. (See review online.)

• "THE ERRAND OF ANGELS" —This film tells the story of female LDS missionaries serving in Austria, following the story of Sister Rachel Taylor, played by Erin Chambers. All the conventions of missionary life are there — the high expectations coupled with low language skills that dovetail into cultural challenges. The film beautifully tells the story as Taylor writes of her adventures. She learns to love the food, the people and even her rough-edged companion. (See review online.)

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