Champagne and Recognition: Heroes from Heaven Named Official Selection at the RED Movie Awards in Reims

The international journey of Heroes from Heaven: Battleground Earth has carried it to the heart of France’s Champagne region. The faith-based action epic screenplay by Dr. Scott Glenn and Geoffrey D. Calhoun has been named an Official Selection at the 2025 RED Movie Awards (Reims Excellence Director) — an international film competition based in Reims, France, dedicated to honoring independent talent from around the world.

About the Recognition

Being named an Official Selection at the RED Movie Awards places Heroes from Heaven among an elite group of international films and screenplays recognized at one of France’s most distinctive independent film celebrations. The honor reflects the festival’s commitment to discovering bold, original work across categories ranging from micro-films and web series to dramatic features and documentaries.

About the RED Movie Awards 2025

The RED Movie Awards culminated in a glamorous annual gala held at the historic Opéra de Reims, bringing together international filmmakers, jury members, and cinema enthusiasts for a weekend befitting the elegance of the Champagne region. The 2025 ceremony featured an elegant, classic dress code — tuxedos and suits for the gentlemen, red carpet gowns for the women — alongside filmmaker interviews, champagne tastings, a red carpet photocall, public screenings of nominated films, and the official trophy presentation.

Among the 2025 winners were Tell Me Iggy by Sophie Blondy (Best of the Year), La Casa Azul by Claudio Callao (Best Feature), and Ice Memories by Ingo Rasp (Best Documentary), with acting honors going to Thierry Lhermitte and Margaux Pecharman, and Best Director awarded to Vasileios Tsikaras for Operation Star — a celebration of independent cinema at its finest.

A Growing International Legacy

The RED Movie Awards selection adds to the remarkable and ever-expanding list of international honors for Heroes from Heaven: Battleground Earth, which has now been recognized across film festivals and competitions spanning every inhabited continent — from Cannes and Rome to Madrid, London, Buenos Aires, Kigali, and now Reims. Each new honor affirms what the global film community continues to discover: this is a story built for the world stage.

Heroes from Heaven: Battleground Earth is currently in development and actively seeking production and distribution partners. For more information visit www.heroesfromheaventhemovie.com or contact Dr. Scott Glenn