A film crew captures a rafting scene beside the American River

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The Record-Courier

Follower director co-hosts new family survival film

The Record-Courier profiles Redemption River and filmmakers Zac Hersh and James Rich, exploring the film’s story of grief, survival, faith, and reconciliation. The feature also highlights its American River setting, practical water stunts, festival recognition, and October 15 Angel streaming debut.

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Gold Mountain California News

A journey of survival: Auburn filmmaker showcases beauty of American River in new thriller

Gold Mountain California News explores how Auburn filmmaker Zac Hersh brought Redemption River to life, from American River locations and ambitious rafting stunts to local partnerships and its October 15 Angel release.

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Christian Media Beat

Redemption River: Christian Survival Thriller Comes to Angel on October 15

Christian Media Beat previews Redemption River’s October 15 Angel premiere, with a look at its cast, practical American River filming, and eight festival awards.

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Paddling Life

Dustin, Scott Lindgren Work Water Magic to Film New “Redemption River” Video

Paddling Life goes behind the scenes of Redemption River, spotlighting Scott and Dustin Lindgren’s whitewater cinematography, rafting stunts filmed on the American River, and the film’s story of survival, grief, faith, and reconciliation.

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The Sacramento Bee

Faith-based film productions are thriving in Sacramento. It’s part of a trend

The Sacramento Bee spotlights Redemption River and filmmaker Zac Hersh in a feature exploring Sacramento’s growing faith-based film community.

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CBS Sacramento

Auburn native brings movie magic to Placer County

CBS Sacramento profiles Auburn native Zac Hersh and the Placer County roots of Redemption River, then titled Confluence. The report highlights the American River Canyon inspiration behind its survival story and Hersh’s commitment to local talent.

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CBS Sacramento footage of the Redemption River crew filming from a raft in Placer County