“Free in Deed” is a movie from 2015 that provides a look into the world of storefront churches. Key characters include a lonesome Pentecostal minister performed by David Harewood and a single mother played by Edwina Findley. This text explains where the film was shot as well as fun and unknown facts about the movie’s production.
Where it Filmed?
The main shooting location for “Free in Deed” was Memphis, Tennessee, in the USA. Here the cast and crew worked together to bring to life the tale of the minister’s attempts to heal a young boy.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| David Harewood | Abe Wilkins |
| Edwina Findley | Melva Neddy |
| RaJay Chandler | Benny |
| Preston Shannon | Bishop |
| Prophetess Libra | Mother |
| Helen Bowman | Isabelle |
| Zoe Lewis | Etta |
| Kathy Smith | Pearlie |
| Willie Tate | Yellow Chruch Preacher |
| George Robinson | Red Church Preacher |
| Billie Worley | Senior Detective |
| Darius Wallace | Health Inspector |
| Jon W. Sparks | Doctor |
| Lucious Siggers | Terstimonial Giver |
| Doris Barker | Principal |
| James A. Holmes Snr | Sheriff’s Deputy |
| Alex Coker | Officer Buff |
| Tina Biter | Judge |
| Marcus Tolbert | Tommy |
| Lisa Bennett | Teacher |
| Terry Brooks | Drummer |
| Bryan Hunter | Keyboardist |
| Special Hester | Melva’s Friend 1 |
| Christina Brittenum | Melva’s Friend 2 |
| Lindsey Roberts | Motel Prostitute |
| Andy Bhakta | Andy |
| Claude Phillips | Vernon |
| Saki Manousakis | Nurse |
| Robert Saba | Second Detective |
| Candace McGowen | Resident |
| David Stowell | Public Defender |
| Jamahi Brown | Officer Butch |
| Raymond Suggs | Deacon |
| Anthony Wooten | Big Deacon |
| Noah Williams | Billy |
| Geoff Falk | Drunk Man |
| Jan Falk | Drunk Woman |
| Porsha Ferguson | Congregational church member |
| Rosalyn R. Ross | Young Female Sinner |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was directed and written by Jake Mahaffy.
- David Harewood, best known from the TV series “Homeland”, played the lead role of Abe Wilkins.
- Edwina Findley who starred as Melva Neddy, is known for her work on the TV show “The Wire”.
- “Free in Deed” has been honored with 7 awards and received 14 nominations.
- The movie presents a poignant narrative based on real events, delving deep into the spiritual and domestic struggles of its characters.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Memphis, Tennessee, USA
- Latitude: 35.1495343
- Longitude: -90.0489801
- Place ID: ChIJRZdD6h5-1YcR_rYaYBXzk9E
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Memphis, TN, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
