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Front Lines of Hope

Three fathers step into natural disaster zones, offering hope and assistance through their small ministry. But when they embark on a journey to the front line of the Ukrainian war, they confront a new reality of navigating the responsibilities of fatherhood, the risks of conflict, and the depth of their faith.

  • Daniel Hasel
    Director
  • Manuel Igler
    Music Composer
  • Greg Simpson
    Key Cast
  • Dylan McWilliams
    Key Cast
  • Brock Mayer
    Key Cast
  • Daniel Hasel
    Producer
  • Cami Oetman
    Executive Producer
  • Duane McKey
    Executive Producer
  • Andre Vespiansky
    Fixer and Translator
  • Ted Hogeman
    Post Sound Mix
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    29 minutes 22 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 17, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    Ukraine, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • ICVM Crown Awards

    United States
    Finalist
  • Independent Shorts Awards
    Los Angeles
    United States
    Best Short Documentary
  • Perth Christian Film Festival
    Perth
    Australia
    Official Selection
  • Faith in Film
    Tucson, Arizona
    United States
    Nominee Best Documentary
  • Great Lakes Christian Film Festival

    United States
    Official Selection
  • 2 11 17 International Film Festival
    Saligramam
    India
    Best International Short
  • Content 2024 Christian Media Conference

    United States
    Official Nominee Best Documentary
  • Jesus Cine Fest

    United States
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Daniel Hasel

Daniel Hasel's love for storytelling began in rural Upper Austria and took him to the United States. After studying film production he began creating character-driven documentaries.

Driven by curiosity, Daniel explores themes of perseverance and hope in his films, focusing on what drives people forward. By immersing himself in his subjects' worlds and spending time he creates an authentic and personal perspective. Paired with a strong visual style, his films aim to emotionally resonate with audiences.

Daniel’s work aims to connect people. It has been showcased at festivals worldwide.

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Director Statement

"Front Lines of Hope" is a documentary close to my heart. It's about fatherhood, faith, and how these themes shape us when things get hard. I wanted to share a story that shows the power of hope and the strength of family bonds. Personal experiences and reflections on family informed my decision making in the filmmaking process.

Making this film wasn't easy, especially being in an active war zone. It was a first time for me and it made me confront my own decisions about my work and its importance. I believe in sharing stories that inspire and uplift, and that's what I hope "Front Lines of Hope" does for its viewers.