The List coming to DVD June 10th

In a world of secrets, where evil has reigned for over a hundred years, there lives a treacherous blood covenant and vast fortune guarded by a dark prophecy that will change the life of one man forever in the gripping suspense drama The List, debuting on DVD June 10th from Fox Home Entertainment. Featuring captivating performances from veteran screen legend and Golden Globe® nominee Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange, Halloween), Chuck Carrington (“Jag”), Hilarie Burton (“One Tree Hill”) and Will Patton (Remember the Titans, Armageddon), The List is based on the first novel by best-selling author Robert Whitlow and timed to coincide with his latest book release, Deeper Water.

After being shaken by the news of his father’s mysterious death, Renny Jacobson (Carrington) is mystified to discover that his father has left him nothing but a reference to an obscure entity called “The Covenant List of South Carolina, Ltd.” Setting out on a quest to learn the truth, he uncovers a treacherous blood covenant and vast fortune guarded by a dark prophecy that will change his life forever. Joined in the spiritual battle by some unlikely and courageous heroes, he soon finds he must fulfill the prophecy spoken in 1863 and destroy the power of “The List,” or risk losing the true treasure that has changed his life. Highlighted by DVD features including audio commentary by writer/director Gary Wheeler (Final Solution) and actress Hilarie Burton, The Power of Prayer featurette, deleted scenes and more, The List DVD is available for the suggested retail price of $26.98 U.S./ $37.98 Canada.

Synopsis:

Renny Jacobson is shaken by news of his father’s mysterious death. Although they were never close, he is stunned to discover that his father has left his substantial estate to charity, leaving his son with nothing but a reference to an obscure entity called “The Covenant List of South Carolina, Ltd.” Setting out on a quest to learn the truth about “The List,” he meets another descendent of a family bound to the secret society and soon discovers that they are both inheritors of an ancient and sinister secret – as well as a vast fortune. Having signed the covenant with his own blood, he is unprepared to fight the evil forces that now seek to devour everything – and anyone – he holds dear.

DVD Features:

The List DVD is presented in widescreen format (1.85:1 aspect ratio) with English 5.1 Dolby Surround audio plus English and Spanish subtitles. DVD bonus features include:

· Commentary by writer/director/producer Gary Wheeler and actress Hilarie Burton

· The Power of Prayer featurette

· Deleted scenes

· DVD-ROM Content – Bible Study Guide

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The List movie news

The List movie based on the novel by Robert Whitlow has an official release date. According to a post on the film's official MySpace page, The List will open August 10, 2007 exclusively at the Ballantyne Village Theater in Charlotte, NC.

There's a ton of information to be found about the film (including some cool photos and a video preview) at the Myspace page, so check it out here and add them as your "friend".

Premise:

News of his father's death and a secret inheritance tied to a clandestine society promises to change Renny Jacobson's life forever. How could he know that his life and the life of the woman he loves depend on supernatural deliverance from the curse of THE LIST.

Based on the book by best-selling author Robert Whitlow comes the thrilling tale of good versus evil.

Genre: Supernatural Thriller/Drama/Romance

Running Time: 1 hour 47 minutes.

Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Chuck Carrington, Hilarie Burton and Will Patton

The List by Robert Whitlow to be major movie

Robert Whitlow's novel The List is soon to be a major motion picture starring Malcolm McDowell, Chuck Carrington, Hilarie Blurton and Will Patton. Currently in post production, according to the official movie website, Robert Whitlow co-wrote the screenplay.

Robert Whitlow is the best-selling author of legal thrillers set in the South and winner of the prestigious Christy Award for Contemporary Fiction. A Furman University graduate, Whitlow received his J.D. with honors from the University of Georgia School of Law where he served on the staff of the Georgia Law Review. A practicing attorney, Whitlow and his wife, Kathy, have four children. They make their home in North Carolina.

Visit the author's website here to learn more about his southern legal thrillers.