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Ashley Graham, Yvonne Orji and others delight at the premiere of “The Forge”

Ashley Graham, Yvonne Orji and others delight at the premiere of “The Forge”

Source: Paris Griffin/Courtesy of Affirm Films

The church doors were open for Affirm Films' star-studded The Forge Premiere that brought Ashley Graham, Yvonne Orji, Fonzworth Bentley, Tina Campbell, DeVon Franklin, Trina Braxton, John and Aventer Gray and others to the famous Atlanta Symphony Hall for good vibes, camaraderie and

Premiere asset from The Forge

Source: Paris Griffin/Courtesy of Affirm Films

Premiere asset from The Forge

Source: Paris Griffin/Courtesy of Affirm Films

Premiere asset from The Forge

Source: Paris Griffin/Courtesy of Affirm Films

Premiere asset from The Forge

Source: Paris Griffin/Courtesy of Affirm Films

Premiere asset from The Forge

Source: Paris Griffin/Courtesy of Affirm Films

Premiere asset from The Forge

Source: Paris Griffin/Courtesy of Affirm Films

Other notable attendees included the film's cast, director Alex Kendrick and producers, all of whom were delighted with the religious film's impressive top-five debut at the box office over the weekend.

Premiere asset from The Forge

Source: Paris Griffin/Courtesy of Affirm Films

In The ForgeIsaiah Wright is a year out of high school and has no plans for his future. With his single mother and a successful businessman urging him to chart a better course for his life, Isaiah discovers that God's plan for his life is so much more than he could have hoped or imagined.

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Produced and directed by the Kendrick brothers, The Forge Featuring: Priscilla Shirer, Cameron Arnett, Karen Abercrombie, TC Stallings, BJ Arnett, Ken Bevel, former NFL star Benjamin Watson, Jonathan Evans, Jerry Shirer, Tommy Woodard and newcomer Aspen Kennedy.

“We made this film to inspire, challenge and motivate viewers to follow Jesus wholeheartedly,” Kendrick said. “We hope audiences around the world will recognize the critical role that divine mentorship plays in shaping the next generation.”

It is currently wowing audiences with a rare A+ CinemaScore and a perfect 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The Forge is the latest hit film from Affirm and Provident Films.

“It is an honor to partner with the Kendrick Brothers to bring another powerful story to the screen that will touch people and glorify Jesus,” said Shirer. “The topic of discipleship is very close to my heart, especially as a mother of three boys. I pray that this film will inspire parents to pray fervently for their children and for the mentors God will use to impact their lives.”

The Forge is currently playing in more and more cinemas across the country.

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