Whether Im driving around town, past the baseball park where we used to play catch, past the Razorbacks signs on front lawns, I feel his presence. The play became known as the Stumble and Fumble, and Tennessee would go on to score the winning touchdown and eventually win the national championship at the end of the season. Even his peers saw an innocent kid who just didn't understand why he couldn't make it in college football, and certainly not the NFL. Greater, a film about Arkansas offensive lineman Brandon Burlsworth, opens Aug. 26. Burlsworth graduated in 1998 from the University of Arkansas with a degree in Business Administration. In November 1998, the Razorbacks were 8-0, ranked 10th in the country, and playing at No. He was determined to drive home the same day so he could attend evening church service with the family. I'd traveled to Razorback Stadium for decades - long considered it the SEC's most hospitable hostile environment - so I thought I knew the story of Arkansas football legend Brandon Burlsworth. Harrison, Arkansas, United States. The phone number for him is (870) 741-7472 (Windstream Arkansas, Inc). Youll have all your coursework done and can graduate at the end of the year anyway., Yeah, he said with a smile. She has been married to Johnny 20+ years and they have a son, Haden and his wife, Tristen, and a daughter, Haley. We probably put 30,000 miles on my minivan each season. When the producer says Today is probably not a good day [to be on set], thats all he has to say. Brazilian Charity Caring for Children Who Survived Abortions Issues Urgent Appeal, Memento Mori: Remember You Are Going to Die, The Meat of the Matter: St. Patricks Day and the Lenten Fast, Pope Francis Inexhaustible Font of Words: 10 Gems From the Heart Over 10 Years. So when Brandon got it in his mind that he was going to be a Razorback, I was all in. He earned 1st team All-SEC honors in 1997 and 1998 and was selected for the 1998 College Football All-America Team. Greater than my narrow expectation of "Rudy Calls the Hogs." At one point on the gridiron, Brandon argues with a teammate that their perspective on the field is limited; the coach has information from a higher perspective, from a skybox where the whole field can be seen, and they need to trust him. He never got there, dying in a car accident at age 22. She received her Bachelors in Sport Management from the University of Arkansas where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority. I kept gaming out who was left. Now, I was taking calls from the same stations about Brandons death.. https://www.ncregister.com/features/sdg-reviews-greater, Man of God A Film of Faith and Tranquility of the Soul for Our Troubled Time, Interview: Jim Caviezel Goes Back to the Bible in Paul, Apostle of Christ, Portuguese Bishops Announce Steps to End Sexual Abuse in the Church, We Know That Hes in Heaven: Thousands Gather for Funeral of Bishop David OConnell in Los Angeles, Archbishop Naumann and Bishop Paprocki Speak Out in Support of Traditional Latin Massgoers in Their Dioceses, Survey: Decline in Vocations to the Priesthood Is Worse Where Priests Serve Larger Flocks, Amber and Dave VanVickle on Finding God in the Midst of Suffering. But as it got later in the evening and Mom got more and more worked up, I hopped into my own car to head over and see if we could find out what had happened. It just takes some time. ", Forgotten? In 1996, he earned himself a scholarship and also sealed his own starting place as a right guard on the offensive line for the Arkansas Razorbacks. And would you believe, all these NFL agents started flying into Harrison wanting to sign Brandon. Now, more than ever, with the success of GREATER, he enjoys meeting the fans of his brother Brandon and encouraging others to. Technical Specs, See agents for this cast & crew on IMDbPro, executive producer / producer (produced by), Managing Director: My Spotlight Independent & MY Production, hair stylist: additional photography / makeup artist: additional photography, second second assistant director (as Izzy Cowell), assistant stunt coordinator / stunt performer, casting director: Arkansas / extras casting / local casting, assistant to composer / music preparation, driver / driver: cast / production driver, production accountant (as Andrew Grey Johnson), very special thanks: the fayetteville volunteer fire department, very special thanks: the arkansas state film commission, special thanks (as Sheriff Steve Grundek), special thanks (as Pastor Ervin Hutchinson), special thanks (as Prinicpal Bill Keaster), special thanks (as Coach Norman Mitchell), very special thanks: the university of arkansas and the university athletic department. Trust. Every week, Brandon made the drive home. Greater is currently playing in theaters and stars Neal McDonough, Christopher Severio, and Leslie Easterbrook. Marty Burlsworth Discusses the Upcoming 2021 Brandon Pig Trail Nation / Jun 1, 2021 / 04:30 PM CDT. Brian Reindl, writer and producer of "Greater," said he loved the opportunity to tell such an incredible story in his first-ever production. There just wasnt enough space anywhere else. Evelyn lives in North Little Rock, AR with her husband, Paul, two sons, Bo and Owen, and dog Layla. Why? He was a Razorback. That was very very tough. The drive would always take around an hour and a half but he never made it. Brandon did not get married before he passed away when he was only twenty-two years old. He was, with various modifiers, Clark Kent. He graduated from high school in 1994 and was recruited as a football player for the University of Arkansas. He was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the 3rd round of the 1999 NFL draft, but sadly, after eleven days, he was involved in a road accident. Filming & Production The film covers the issues he had with his weight and his incredible work ethic that earned him a chance. podcast interviews Marty and Vickie both have recorded multiple interviews on podcasts across the nation. This has all been done, and sometimes done better, but the formula is sturdy, and Severio, in his first role, delivers well enough. The foundation, established in 1999, has several programs that serve children in Arkansas and around the country. So you just walk down this side of the stadium, O.K.? Channing Frye and Iman Shumpert are back to explain the stakes, place bets and analyze the most valuable players in the NBA Finals. Asked what hes doing, Brandon says, Nothing, because he really hadnt given it a second thought. When I turned on to the street behind Moms house, I could see her driveway through this little opening between houses. The main [concern] was that it was going to go somewhere that really never happened. Brandon Burlsworth, NFL player. director of photography Film Editing by David L. Hunt . Brandon knew what it was like to be doubted, to be told you werent good enough. Sure, bring him on up for a game, he said. They can assist you with all your real estate needs. By using BiJog.com you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. But that summer Brandon had two things going for him: His work ethic and, luckily, a pretty big growth spurt. He's been gone to a better place for almost as long. Brandon didnt dress the first two games of his freshman season, but we found out that hed be on the field for the third. He loved football, Marty said. On the way there, Burlsworth died an unthinkable death that shook the entire state. View Source Suggest Edits Memorial Photos Flowers Memorials Region North America USA Arkansas Boone County Omaha Gass Cemetery George Leo Burlsworth And boy, was he soaking it in. He was my brother and I just wanted everything for him. This has been a pretty big year for me tra. Greater, a film depicting the life and tragic death of Brandon Burlsworth will be released in theaters on August 26th. The University of Arkansas prides itself on doing things the "Burls Way.". He didnt take one summer off the entire time he was at Arkansas. Selfishly, I don't want Brandon to be forgotten. Greater is a very emotional movie and it deals with figuring out your faith in times of grief and loss. The family respectfully declined. There are about eleven,000 human beings in town and one unstated rule: If it's Friday night, you're going to the Harrison High soccer sport. You take care of it, you get things done. COINCIDENCES. They love to interact with people of all communities and podcast interviews have become a wonderful outlet for that. However, even from a young age, Brandon Burlsworth (Christopher Severio) knew in his heart he would one day play college football for the Arkansas Razorbacks, and dedicated his life to making a difference for himself and his teammates. Born In: Harrison, Arkansas, United States, siblings: Grady Burlsworth, Marty Burlsworth, place of death: Alpena, Arkansas, United States. The odds were against him and nobody was looking his way. I opened the door to Moms house and she was in a state. And I remembered to do what other agents had advised me to do, I kept multiple lines open. (The devoutly Catholic McDonough, who also executive produced, has called Marty Burlsworth his favorite role.). After the draft, he spoke to me a lot about helping other kids in Harrison. Burlsworth, 22, was a third-round draft choice (63rd overall) of the Indianapolis Colts just two weeks ago and he and his brother and agent, Marty Burlsworth, were negotiating a contract. We found 2 people in 2 states named Marty Burlsworth living in the US. He spent as many days as he could in the weight room getting stronger. Second, while Brandons own faith never wavers, the film cross-examines Christian pieties and even faith itself to a greater degree than any other faith-based film I can think of. If you followed the SEC back then, you may remember the Brandon Burlsworth story. Brandon Vaughn Burlsworth was an American football player who played for the Arkansas Razorbacks as an offensive lineman between 1995 and 1998. His age is 36. Locations and showtimes are available onwww.greaterthemovie.com. But as good as he was, Brandon was also a late bloomer he was only 17 his senior year and he was still a little undersized for college ball. Became a two-time All-SEC selection and a first-team All-American as a senior in 1998. "He said, 'You'll have veto power,' " Marty Burlsworth remembered. So a few months after his death, we started the Brandon Burlsworth Foundation, where we do all of that and more. We were going to Fayetteville for the game and I called him early in the week to tell him where our seats would be. His brother Marty, 17 years his senior, berates him "Cheesecake," he calls him for his indolence as well as their mother Barbara (Leslie Easterbrook) for her indulgence. Every chance he got, Burlsworth went home to Harrison, a town of about 10,000 in the Ozarks, near the Missouri state line. But I knew we still needed a scholarship. Out of nowhere, Brandon knocks him out of bounds, Marty said. Marty is registered to vote in Boone County, Arkansas. And Ill get a photo of you in your uniform. Predictably, trash-talking opponents laughed at him and called him names. Marty Burlsworth Discusses Brandon Burlsworth's Nomination for the CFB Hall of Fame Class of 2021 Toggle header content The struggles that he had gone through to get where he was were over. Although he had only participated in a Colts mini-clinic before the accident, Burlsworth left such an impression that the team wore a decal with his Colts number, 66, on their helmets that season and they honored him and the family at a game. Even when the coach is impressed with Brandons dedication, he isnt exactly nurturing: I cant think of another movie in which someone compares the hero to horse manure and its meant to be encouraging. Previously she worked for the Arkansas Travelers, USA Football, NFL, Athleta and the Outlets of Little Rock. I kept track of how many might be left for Brandon.O.K., they gave one to that boy, thats 12 so far. While others, including Marty's mother, Barbara, have accepted the loss and put their faith in God, Marty can not do that as he does not understand why God would take away his brother on the cusp of his stardom in the NFL. FAYETTEVILLE Marty Burlsworth remembers the day Brian Reindl came to Harrison to pitch his idea of making a movie about the life of Burlsworth's late brother, Brandon.. At that moment, we both felt so close to his dream coming true something that wasnt even a possibility for a boy who had been sitting on the sidelines just two years ago. There are about 11,000 people in town and one unspoken rule: If its Friday night, youre going to the Harrison High football game. Even after away games, when the Razorbacks returned to Fayetteville late at Greater uses Marty to critique misguided or deficient forms of faith prior to Brandons death. Proudly created with Wix.com. It demanded an audience larger than you could pack into Razorback Stadium for 60 minutes of weekend celebration in the fall - or into the Harrison High School gym on a spring day of mourning. (Now we see through a glass darkly ). Walk-on player from Harrison, Ark., considered a long shot to get real playing time. print and digital media outlets, dedicated to reporting the truth in light of the Gospel and the SubscribeStart your Register subscription today. MARTY BURLSWORTH CONTRIBUTOR Harrison, Arkansas, is about as small town as it gets. He was born on 31-08-1986. So because you and your close ones felt like this story could be a film, did you make that known and/or start looking for filmmakers to bring it to life? But I remember going back to churchclose after the accident and after the death had settled a little bit. I didnt mean to dismiss Moms concerns, but I just figured there was some sort of reason or explanation. I didn't see it in the theater. Catholic actor Neal McDonough costars in a Rudy-like faith-based inspirational sports biopic that dares to explore doubt as well as belief. Burlsworth rouses 'big brother' actor. He had planned to help underprivileged children, and his. Thats pretty tough. He was the kind of guy that we would have plugged in our offensive line for 10-plus years, said then-Colts general manager Bill Polian. McDonough plays Marty, Brandon's big brother and father figure in the film, and he . While the film might not give Burlsworth enough credit for what talent he did have no one goes from walk-on to All-American without some ability he did always seem to have a knack for doing what seemed impossible. 2023 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. Release Dates It was my dream, too, and I sure worked hard at it. So Mom, Brandon and I piled into my minivan and we drove over to Fayetteville. Follow him on Twitter. Nick Searcy plays an unnamed character who chats with Marty about the apparent absurdity of existence, and their discussion is a bold and unusual move, even a genre-bending move. 1 Tennessee. Marty is a resident of 3775 Savannah Drv, Harrison, AR 72601-9851. But he had his priorities right. Marty and Vickie have three sons, two daughters in law, an adorable granddaughter Blake, and a precious grandson, Carter. Twenty-one years ago this month, the big book of SEC football added a chapter so powerful that, to this day, it can grow your heart three sizes and then, an instant later, snap it in two. Unassuming, devout and a little dense, he never drinks, never swears and never takes anything personally. or school. So we had talked to a group or two out of California that had pitched the idea but we just never were at peace or had any comfort. If it meant going over to Moms house to help him with homework, I wanted to be there. So that was kind of the stamp of approval there, plus theyre Christians and they didnt want to lose that faith aspect. So by his fourth year at Arkansas, he was already finishing his masters degree. That's not a boast. Had life turned out differently, Marty Burlsworth might be reflecting on his brother's pro football career during Super Bowl weekend. Marty speaks nationwide on developing character and overcoming adversity. But Id do anything for that kid. Marty is an engaging speaker who presents a strong message of character, commitment, hard work and dedication that resonates with young and old alike. Harrison, Arkansas, is set as small town as it receives. 166 | Friday, August 19, 2016, Arkansas All-American Walk-On Burlsworth Now the Subject of Film, You have entered an invalid email address, Research millions of people and Dramatic backlighting and silhouettes create a sense of foreboding and uncertainty, resonating with the themes of tragedy and doubt. 2022 by BBF. The Burlsworth family created the Brandon Burlsworth Foundation in honor of Brandon who was tragically killed in a car accident in 1999. Marty and Vickie both have recorded multiple interviews on podcasts across the nation. Marty speaks nationwide on developing character and overcoming adversity. Thats the dream. In the film, we see a lot of moments where the Marty character is learning from the persistence and drive of Brandon. The present-day strand follows preparations for Brandons funeral and Martys internal struggle with doubt and nihilism, a struggle movingly realized by McDonough. He slept either in his little room at his mother's house or at his brother Marty's, to be close to his three nephews. I want him here, buthellknow andwellknow., Coach, dont worry about it. With The Aid Of Marty Burlsworth. Had you ever thought of Brandons story as a film? And for the next three years, every Friday at 5:30 p.m., Id close up the photography studio I owned in Harrison, pick up my mom, and my wife and kids, and drive to Brandons football games. The family respectfully declined. Brandon was home. Leslie Easterbrook plays Burlsworth's mother, Barbar. Surely God will hear Brandons prayer, if not his own; the prayer of a righteous man avails much, and if anyone is righteous, its Brandon. Perhaps Martys favorite play from Brandons college career is one that occurred in the same game as the play he would most like to forget. Because we dont want to be there- that close- to some scenes thatll be tough to watch even being filmed. I had about 212,000 miles on it by the time I got rid of it. Proudly created with Wix.com. By his senior year, Brandon was an all-conference and all-state player and played in the states All-Star Game. He just kicked it in, No, this is not happening.. She started her career with Century 21 and then joined Jerry Jackson as he opened his office in 2001. The brothers age difference is the basis for one of the movies running gags, Martys discomfort at being mistaken for Brandons father. So we really did have a good comfort level with them plus the agreement with Brian and them having the movie made was that the family would have some say so if something wasnt just right as far as the script goes and things like that and theyve kept us in the loop all along. Brandon Burlsworth studied at the Harrison High School where he was an all-state selection. Teens and up. Mom and I picked him up at the airport when he came home. On top of that, Dad had trouble with drinking and wasnt really in our lives when Brandon was a little boy. That first year has been put into the way it comes off on screen his feelings and the way hes taking it and I mean it was a rough time and anyone thats had a family member thats passed unexpectedly or too soon can relate to that.
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