This week, we’d like to introduce you to Jacob Roebuck, a filmmaker living in New Mexico whose new film Camp is based on a true story about a camp for kids in foster/adoptive care. Given our ongoing Adoption Connection series with Addison Cooper, we wanted to highlight Jacob and his film.
Camp is playing in select cities now. Go here to find out if it is playing near you. TIcket sales at each showing directly benefit Royal Family Kids Camp.
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Jacob Roebuck
Director, Writer, Producer
Roebuck Media
1) How did you get involved in filmmaking and why?
I wanted to use my talents to make a positive influence on the world, and filmmaking seemed to be the best fit. It is a very powerful medium. I finally made the jump when I realized I was more afraid of being at the end of my life and regretting not trying to make a film than trying to make a film and failing. Once that was clear in my heart I sort of read a book on filmmaking and jumped in with two feet.
2) What project(s) are you particularly excited about (current or past) and why?
I am excited about Camp, of course. A lot of people put a lot of work into the film, because they believe in the story of God’s love redeeming these kids who are marked with darkness.
Looking ahead I am excited to tell stories about ordinary people who do extraordinary things. I think there are a lot of Christians, past and current, who have dynamic stories that are entertaining and inspiring for Christian and mainstream audiences.
3) How does your faith influence your filmmaking?
Two ways. I am a filmmaker, not a preacher. My job is to entertain. If I entertain, then we get to discuss something that is important with our audience. I want to talk about things with my audience that have influenced my faith in an open, honest way.
Second, I think it is my faith that makes it possible to be a filmmaker. I know that at the end of the day, God’s love for me is what gives me value and purpose. That gives me the freedom to take great risks because who I am is secure. Filmmaking requires great risks to be taken. But if you aren’t afraid of failure because of your relationship with God, then fear won’t cripple you.
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Visit Addison Cooper’s Adoption at the Movies website to read an interview Addision did with Jacob about the film and Jacob’s passion for it. Once again, go here to find out if Camp is playing in a theater near you. You can also connect with Camp and its filmmakers on Facebook and Twitter.
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