Possum Trot Soundtrack. Movie Songs and music from and inspired by Possum Trot OST. Possum Trot soundtrack from the film.
“Possum Trot” is a movie set to be released on July 4, 2024, as announced by Angel Studios. The film tells a powerful tale centered around 22 families in a small Black church congregation who adopted 77 of the area’s hardest-to-place children, aiming to address the foster crisis in the child welfare system.
Rebekah Weigel, the writer and producer, along with her husband, director Josh Weigel, were inspired by this story and moved from Hollywood to East Texas to capture the essence of the community in Possum Trot, outside of Center, Texas.
The casting call for “Possum Trot” has garnered attention, seeking actors, extras, and crew members for this significant production filming in Macon. The film aims to inspire audiences to get involved in addressing the foster crisis and highlights the power of community and faith in making a difference.
The Weigels’ personal experience with fostering and adopting family members fueled their passion for this project, turning it into a movement beyond just a movie.
‘Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot’ (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Original Music composed by Sean Philip Johnson
- Finding Terri (4:03)
- A Shared Burden (2:52)
- Breakthrough (4:47)
- I Don’t Want to Be Here (1:15)
- The Martins (3:04)
- Arms Around Each Other (2:25)
- Mama’s Prayers (1:41)
- The Faucet (1:42)
- AWOL (2:03)
- The Kids Start Coming (3:31)
- Hope for a New Life (3:02)
- Terri at School (2:22)
- Yellow Dress (2:28)
- Nino (2:15)
- I’m Nothing Like Momma (1:55)
- Am I a New Person Now (3:02)
Possum Trot Soundtrack List – Additional Songs
- Carry You – Vonzell Solomon (Trailer Music)
- 99 1/2 Won’t Do – Dorothy Love Coates
- Glory, Glory – Odetta
- Make You Happy – Andrew Kingslow & Laura Dowling
- Glory – Jervis Campbell
The film’s storyline revolves around Bishop and First Lady Donna Martin of Bennett Chapel church, sharing their true story within the narrative of “Possum Trot”. With an $8.5 million budget raised through donations from financiers passionate about helping children in crisis,
“Possum Trot” stands out as a major production dedicated to a noble cause. The film not only aims to entertain but also to raise awareness and support organizations serving children in need.
“Possum Trot” is not just a movie; it’s a heartfelt portrayal of community, faith, and the transformative power of love and care for vulnerable children. Sources: IMDb
Through its storytelling and real-life inspiration, the film seeks to ignite a movement that encourages individuals to make a difference in the lives of those most in need.