Inspired by the ancient Eastern Orthodox tradition of the “Holy Fool,” El Tonto Por Cristo is a visually striking, black-and-white cinematic meditation from award-winning filmmaker Josh David Jordan. Set within the quiet, rhythmic mundanity of a remote Texas monastery, the film explores a diverse brotherhood of misfits who have abandoned the world for a life of repentance.

As the first English-language Orthodox narrative feature of its kind, the film serves as a “cinematic pilgrimage,” weaving together Orthodox imagination with a transcendent style to find beauty in the broken. The film’s ethereal atmosphere is underscored by a sweeping score from Michael Paraskevas, featuring the haunting sounds of The Polyphonic Spree choir and the Cathedral Choir of St. Seraphim.

In association with the screening, there will be a Director’s Panel featuring Director Josh David Jordan and Special Guest Jonathan Pageau.

Limited VIP tickets available for Reception and Meet & Greet.

The VIP package will include:

• An exclusive meet and greet with the director
• Early entry into the venue
• Priority seating
• A signed still frame from the film

The VIP meet and greet reception will be held from 5:30–6:30 p.m. in the Roof Terrace Restaurant. Please bring your ticket or proof of purchase for admission.

Cast and Crew

Director: Josh David Jordan
Director of Photography: Hutch Crane
Composer: Michael Paraskevas

Lead Actor: Matthew Posey ( No Country for Old Men, Lonesome Dove) as Father John

Supporting Cast:

Barry Corbin (No Country for Old Men, Yellowstone) as Terry Don
Jordan Walker Ross (The Chosen, 1883) as Ambrose
Frank Mosley (Upstream Color, Quantum Cowboys) as Genesius

Executive Producers: Jonathan Pageau and Richard Rohlin
Official Website: eltontoporcristo.com
Producer: Jessica Marie Jordan
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