January 2015
November 2014
Great review from Nancy Gideon.
Excellent article from Cinema Head Cheese.
July 2014
A Four Star Review by Christian St. John at christianreview.com
Interview with actors and producers DJ Perry and Melissa Anschutz on Showbiz Weekly with Taylor Kelsaw
Nice article by Mike Hughes of the Lansing State Journal
Interview with Director Shane Hagedorn on Michael Patrick Shiels Morning Radio Show
June 2014
Our first review by The Examiner's David W. King. A FIVE STAR RATING!
March 2014
Article profiling director Shane Hagedorn by Alllison Monroe for Michigan Creates
ASHES OF EDEN MICHIGAN PREMIERE
For Immediate Release – March 2014
Lansing, MI – After just over a year in post, the gritty faith-themed crime drama, ‘Ashes of Eden’, is complete and ready for a Michigan premiere at the 2014 Capital City Film Festival (www.capitalcityfilmfest.com) in Lansing, MI. ASHES was chosen to be the final film screened at the fest, Sunday April 13, 2014.
“Audiences worldwide have been anticipating this film since our production and I am proud to present ASHES to our loyal fans here in Lansing MI. It’s an honor to be selected by Capital City Film Fest as our official premiere and looking forward to seeing audiences response to our film.” - Shane Hagedorn, writer/director
The powerhouse drama features Michigan’s top talent in front and behind the camera. Produced by New House Entertainment, Collective Development Inc., and Ahptic Film and Video, and stars Steven Sutherland, Melissa Anschutz, Michael Joiner, DJ Perry, Carlucci Weyant, and Mayra Leal.
In it’s fourth year, The Capital City Film Festival (CCFF), is likened to Austin, Texas’ SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST, (SXSW). CCFF also boasts great films, big music acts, and multi media seminars.
"Finally audiences get to witness the intense performances and stunning imagery of ASHES. Happy to have our movie showcased at Capital City Film Fest, revealing the caliber of performers we have in front of the camera and the quality of those behind the cameras capturing the magic." - DJ Perry, producer
Audiences will get an opportunity to meet the filmmakers and some cast and crew at the premiere on Sunday night.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.ashesofedenmovie.com and www.capitalcityfilmfest.com
Links:
Website www.ashesofedenmovie.com
Facebook www.facebook.com/ashesofedenmovie
Twitter www.twitter.com/ashesofedenfilm
For Immediate Release – March 2014
Lansing, MI – After just over a year in post, the gritty faith-themed crime drama, ‘Ashes of Eden’, is complete and ready for a Michigan premiere at the 2014 Capital City Film Festival (www.capitalcityfilmfest.com) in Lansing, MI. ASHES was chosen to be the final film screened at the fest, Sunday April 13, 2014.
“Audiences worldwide have been anticipating this film since our production and I am proud to present ASHES to our loyal fans here in Lansing MI. It’s an honor to be selected by Capital City Film Fest as our official premiere and looking forward to seeing audiences response to our film.” - Shane Hagedorn, writer/director
The powerhouse drama features Michigan’s top talent in front and behind the camera. Produced by New House Entertainment, Collective Development Inc., and Ahptic Film and Video, and stars Steven Sutherland, Melissa Anschutz, Michael Joiner, DJ Perry, Carlucci Weyant, and Mayra Leal.
In it’s fourth year, The Capital City Film Festival (CCFF), is likened to Austin, Texas’ SOUTH BY SOUTHWEST, (SXSW). CCFF also boasts great films, big music acts, and multi media seminars.
"Finally audiences get to witness the intense performances and stunning imagery of ASHES. Happy to have our movie showcased at Capital City Film Fest, revealing the caliber of performers we have in front of the camera and the quality of those behind the cameras capturing the magic." - DJ Perry, producer
Audiences will get an opportunity to meet the filmmakers and some cast and crew at the premiere on Sunday night.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.ashesofedenmovie.com and www.capitalcityfilmfest.com
Links:
Website www.ashesofedenmovie.com
Facebook www.facebook.com/ashesofedenmovie
Twitter www.twitter.com/ashesofedenfilm
February 2014
Ashes received a nice mention in a blog for the Michigan Creates blog, by Allison Monroe. Click here
September 2013
Radio Interview with Actor Steven Sutherland and Director Shane Hagedorn
Lette's Chat hosted us on 9.18.13. Click here
Radio Interview with Director Shane Hagedorn
Writer/director Shane Hagedorn interviewed by Steve Gruber on his Morning Radio Show
Ashes delivers "The Promise"

Soundsgood recording artist, Jerome. Photo courtesy of Soundsgood Ministries.
ASHES DELIVERS “THE PROMISE”
For Immediate Release – August 2013
Lansing, Michigan – On Sunday September 1st at 8:00 pm EST, New House Entertainment in association with Collective Development Inc., and Ahptic Film and Digital, plan a worldwide premiere of the trailer of the long awaited film, ASHES OF EDEN.
Earlier this year, a teaser trailer was released earning worldwide audience praise. The trailer had thousands of views and was seen in 36 countries. Former Michigan native, Nathaniel Nose, assembled the new and full-length theatrical trailer in Los Angeles, CA.
“It was literally a match made in heaven. I haven’t enjoyed working on something like this for some time. [Ashes] is one of the most interesting and best executed films I’ve seen come out of Michigan.” – Nathaniel Nose, filmmaker
“Most trailers give a glimpse of what a movie will be, this one kicks the front door in. The story unfolds giving you exactly the right information and emotion without giving everything away. Nathaniel’s work captured all the right moves.” – Shane Hagedorn
‘The Promise’ is an urban and edgy track composed by Tony Stone of Hands Up Productions and lyrics by Soundsgood recording artist, Jerome. Promise is the bedrock heartbeat for the trailer and also included in the Ashes soundtrack.
"Having the opportunity to create a song for Ashes of Eden was exciting. The whole Ashes team was refreshing to work with. Pushing the boundaries by presenting tough subject matter, in hopes to impact people with the message of faith in Christ, is powerful. Shane and DJ took things to another level with this project and I believe lives will be impacted in a positive way" – Jerome
“Jerome’s music reminds me of everything I use to like about old school rap, meaningful lyrics woven tightly within body rocking beats – true artistry with a message.” – DJ Perry
‘Promise’ will be available as a free download through the Soundsgood app at the iTunes store. Fans will be given a link to the song on Ashes’ Facebook, Twitter, as well as the Soundsgood website.
Links
Official Ashes of Eden website
www.ashesofedenmovie.com
Facebook
www.facebook.com/ashesofedenmovie
Twitter
www.twitter.com/ashesofedenfilm
Soundsgood Ministries
www.soundsgoodrecords.com
For Immediate Release – August 2013
Lansing, Michigan – On Sunday September 1st at 8:00 pm EST, New House Entertainment in association with Collective Development Inc., and Ahptic Film and Digital, plan a worldwide premiere of the trailer of the long awaited film, ASHES OF EDEN.
Earlier this year, a teaser trailer was released earning worldwide audience praise. The trailer had thousands of views and was seen in 36 countries. Former Michigan native, Nathaniel Nose, assembled the new and full-length theatrical trailer in Los Angeles, CA.
“It was literally a match made in heaven. I haven’t enjoyed working on something like this for some time. [Ashes] is one of the most interesting and best executed films I’ve seen come out of Michigan.” – Nathaniel Nose, filmmaker
“Most trailers give a glimpse of what a movie will be, this one kicks the front door in. The story unfolds giving you exactly the right information and emotion without giving everything away. Nathaniel’s work captured all the right moves.” – Shane Hagedorn
‘The Promise’ is an urban and edgy track composed by Tony Stone of Hands Up Productions and lyrics by Soundsgood recording artist, Jerome. Promise is the bedrock heartbeat for the trailer and also included in the Ashes soundtrack.
"Having the opportunity to create a song for Ashes of Eden was exciting. The whole Ashes team was refreshing to work with. Pushing the boundaries by presenting tough subject matter, in hopes to impact people with the message of faith in Christ, is powerful. Shane and DJ took things to another level with this project and I believe lives will be impacted in a positive way" – Jerome
“Jerome’s music reminds me of everything I use to like about old school rap, meaningful lyrics woven tightly within body rocking beats – true artistry with a message.” – DJ Perry
‘Promise’ will be available as a free download through the Soundsgood app at the iTunes store. Fans will be given a link to the song on Ashes’ Facebook, Twitter, as well as the Soundsgood website.
Links
Official Ashes of Eden website
www.ashesofedenmovie.com
www.facebook.com/ashesofedenmovie
www.twitter.com/ashesofedenfilm
Soundsgood Ministries
www.soundsgoodrecords.com
Radio Interview August 2013
Show Biz Weekly radio interview on the Michigan Business Network with actor Steven Sutherland, actor/producer DJ Perry and writer/director Shane Hagedorn