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When asked about how to stay on course with God in Hollywood, the "Desperate Housewives" star admitted that there are challenges. "It wasn't a leap, from Jonny's story to the father-daughter part of it, it was close to home," he said. When it came to his role as Jonny, Denton revealed that his first job was in the ministry of music, and that his 8-year-old daughter helped him tap into his character in "Grace Unplugged." "If I could be in that marriage, I would be happy."
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"Very few marriages work that you want to fight for, and a mother who kept quiet and trusts her husband and cares- the more people who see this movie the better," Smith told CP. "The mother was trying to keep everything afloat, and it drove them apart."įurther clarifying the role of the mother in the film, Smith cited today's high divorce rate and the natural inclination to "always think we know best." "A lot of their relationship was cut out, Jonny sleeping on the couch, etc.," said Denton. "By keeping her mouth shut, Michelle gives a chance to react differently, she quietly guides them together, in control, respectfully."Īs the father-daughter relationship deteriorates in "Grace Unplugged," the marriage between Jonny and Michelle is also strained, but faith and determination prevail.Īdding his point of view, Denton revealed that many scenes between Jonny and Michelle were cut from the film, but the audience was still aware of the struggle. "Current ideas about being a mother are so twisted," she said. "I love character."įurthermore, Smith said that her character practices selflessness and restraint in "Grace Unplugged-" a rarely seen behavior that empowers women in a new way. "I read the script and wept, it's real substance in there, not someone's idea of right or wrong, but of love and truth and sacrifice," she explained to CP. Smith delightedly noted that the content in "Grace Unplugged" was a far cry from her role in the psychological thriller films she was accustomed to, and she relished appearing in a film that her children could actually enjoy. The actress is best known for the "Saw" film series, from which she would have to keep her young children away from seeing. "Grace Unplugged" starts with Grace and Jonny serving as worship leaders together in a church band when the young singer fails to see eye-to-eye with her father and has bigger dreams of stardom.Īs tensions between the father and daughter reach a fever pitch, Grace runs away to Los Angeles to pursue fame and fortune as a pop singer.Įlements of parenting, marriage and faith are explored in "Grace Unplugged," and The Christian Post was able to hear from Denton and Smith on their roles in the film.įirst, Smith explained the subtle yet crucial role her character Michelle played in a family containing such strong personalities in the movie. Their roles are pivotal in the life of their wayward teenage daughter, Grace, portrayed by A.J. The musical drama features Smith and Denton as husband and wife Michelle and Jonny Trey. Stars in the upcoming drama "Grace Unplugged" James Denton and Shawnee Smith opened up about the powerful journey of faith found in the film, which is in theaters this week.
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