Believe Me is a 2014 American independent drama film directed by Will Bakke, co-written with Michael B. Allen, and produced by Alex Carroll. The film stars Alex Russell, Zachary Knighton, Johanna Braddy, Miles Fisher, Sinqua Walls, Max Adler, with Nick Offerman, and Christopher McDonald.
Plot
Smart, handsome, and charming, there is no one who could say no to college senior Sam. But when a surprise tuition bill leaves him thousands of dollars in the hole, Sam is forced to think outside the box. Convincing his three roommates they can make a killing exploiting the gullible church crowd, the guys start a sham charity and begin campaigning across the country, raising funds for a cause as fake as their message. But when sweet tour manager Callie, the object of Sam's affections, discovers their ruse, it's Sam's moment, alone in the spotlight, to decide what he really believes.
Cast
Alex Russell as Sam
Zachary Knighton as Gabriel
Johanna Braddy as Callie
Miles Fisher as Pierce
Sinqua Walls as Tyler
Max Adler as Baker
Nick Offerman as Sean
Christopher McDonald as Ken
Lecrae as Dr. Darnall Malmquist
Production
Believe Me is the feature film debut from Riot Studios, producers of One Nation Under God and Beware of Christians. The film is directed by Will Bakke, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Michael B. Allen, and produced by Alex Carroll. John W. Rutland is the director of photography. Rapper Lecrae was added as a featured cast member alongside rising Australian star, Alex Russell who is playing the lead role.
The film was released on September 26, 2014, in Theaters and On Demand.
The filming of the dramatic comedy began on August 5, 2013, in Austin, Texas and was completed in 20 days.