Ray Porter

Ray Porter is an actor and casting director.

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Almost Famous (2000)

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In 1973, 15-year-old William Miller's unabashed love of music and aspiration to become a rock journalist lands him an assignment from Rolling Stone magazine to interview and tour with the up-and-coming band, Stillwater.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Cameron Crowe
CAST:  Kate Hudson  •  Billy Crudup  •  Frances McDormand  •  Jason Lee

In 1973, 15-year-old William Miller's unabashed love of music and aspiration to become a rock journalist lands him an assignment from Rolling Stone magazine to interview and tour with the up-and-coming band, Stillwater.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Cameron Crowe
CAST:  Kate Hudson  •  Billy Crudup  •  Frances McDormand  •  Jason Lee

Moses (1993)

This 30-minute, animated Bible video recounts the traumatic early years of Moses’ life, his privileged youth in Pharaoh’s household, and his dreary days of tending sheep in the Midian desert. Watch God’s awesome hand as He moves a tiny baby from a papyrus basket ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ray Porter  •  Vicki Eccel  •  Maikel Bailey  •  David Jensen

This 30-minute, animated Bible video recounts the traumatic early years of Moses’ life, his privileged youth in Pharaoh’s household, and his dreary days of tending sheep in the Midian desert. Watch God’s awesome hand as He moves a tiny baby from a papyrus basket ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ray Porter  •  Vicki Eccel  •  Maikel Bailey  •  David Jensen

Solomon (1995)

Solomon’s wisdom comes from God. Solomon puts his faith in God, and God gives the great King the power to understand human nature, the power to make judgments with great wisdom and the courage to stand up for his belief in God’s will.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Jamie Newcomb  •  Ray Porter  •  Sandy McCallum  •  Phil Hubbard

Solomon’s wisdom comes from God. Solomon puts his faith in God, and God gives the great King the power to understand human nature, the power to make judgments with great wisdom and the courage to stand up for his belief in God’s will.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Jamie Newcomb  •  Ray Porter  •  Sandy McCallum  •  Phil Hubbard

Sin (2003)

Retired cop Eddie Burns gave 15 years and the use of his left arm to the Reno homicide squad. When his wayward sister, Kassie, goes missing Eddie Burns finds himself subjected to a fiendish and ingenious campaign of revenge by the mysterious Charlie Strom. In order ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Michael Stevens
CAST:  Gary Oldman  •  Ving Rhames  •  Brian Cox  •  Kerry Washington

Retired cop Eddie Burns gave 15 years and the use of his left arm to the Reno homicide squad. When his wayward sister, Kassie, goes missing Eddie Burns finds himself subjected to a fiendish and ingenious campaign of revenge by the mysterious Charlie Strom. In order ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Michael Stevens
CAST:  Gary Oldman  •  Ving Rhames  •  Brian Cox  •  Kerry Washington

The Trap (2007)

Maggie's friends have planned a surprise birthday party (despite it being a month away). During the party, Maggie realizes there's more to it then that.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Rita Wilson
CAST:  Camilla Belle  •  Gregory Butler  •  Gia Carides  •  Johanna Day

Maggie's friends have planned a surprise birthday party (despite it being a month away). During the party, Maggie realizes there's more to it then that.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Rita Wilson
CAST:  Camilla Belle  •  Gregory Butler  •  Gia Carides  •  Johanna Day

The Scarecrow (2000)

Animated musical fantasy about a scarecrow that saves an orphaned girl from the evil clutches of a maniacal count. Brought to life through magic and love, and aided by his two sidekicks -- a cantankerous mouse and a flying broom -- he's willing to sacrifice ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich  •  Brian Nissen
CAST:  Shawn Hoffman  •  Catherine Lavin  •  Belinda Montgomery  •  Ray Porter

Animated musical fantasy about a scarecrow that saves an orphaned girl from the evil clutches of a maniacal count. Brought to life through magic and love, and aided by his two sidekicks -- a cantankerous mouse and a flying broom -- he's willing to sacrifice ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich  •  Brian Nissen
CAST:  Shawn Hoffman  •  Catherine Lavin  •  Belinda Montgomery  •  Ray Porter

Argo (2012)

As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ben Affleck
CAST:  Ben Affleck  •  Bryan Cranston  •  Alan Arkin  •  John Goodman

As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ben Affleck
CAST:  Ben Affleck  •  Bryan Cranston  •  Alan Arkin  •  John Goodman

Built Upon the Rock (2004)

Jesus is asked to judge an inheritance dispute, but instead He uses this conflict to affirm the eternal ideals of His Beatitudes taught in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus teaches the wronged brother to forgive and love his brother. All who follow Jesus must learn ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Erin Kelly  •  Stephen Donowho  •  Ray Porter  •  Bill Berkeley

Jesus is asked to judge an inheritance dispute, but instead He uses this conflict to affirm the eternal ideals of His Beatitudes taught in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus teaches the wronged brother to forgive and love his brother. All who follow Jesus must learn ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Erin Kelly  •  Stephen Donowho  •  Ray Porter  •  Bill Berkeley

John the Baptist (1990)

John the Baptist is a story of courage and conviction seen through the life of one of God’s greatest prophets who gave everything to prepare the way for the Lord. It begins with the blessing John’s birth was to his aged parents. John grows in strength and integrity ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Gregory Snegoff  •  Ivan Crosland  •  Beverly Rowland  •  Jack Whitaker

John the Baptist is a story of courage and conviction seen through the life of one of God’s greatest prophets who gave everything to prepare the way for the Lord. It begins with the blessing John’s birth was to his aged parents. John grows in strength and integrity ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Gregory Snegoff  •  Ivan Crosland  •  Beverly Rowland  •  Jack Whitaker

Forgive Us Our Debts (1991)

Forgive Us Our Debts combines a classic parable with the teachings of Jesus to His disciples. Jesus teaches that forgiveness comes from God as He instructs Peter to catch a fish that contains a coin to pay Peter's debt. Jesus also teaches about a man who is ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ivan Crosland  •  John A. Nicolaysen  •  Ray Porter  •  Joe Lynch

Forgive Us Our Debts combines a classic parable with the teachings of Jesus to His disciples. Jesus teaches that forgiveness comes from God as He instructs Peter to catch a fish that contains a coin to pay Peter's debt. Jesus also teaches about a man who is ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ivan Crosland  •  John A. Nicolaysen  •  Ray Porter  •  Joe Lynch

The Ministry of Paul (1991)

The Ministry of Paul is a dramatic story of adventure, faith and endurance. From his encounter with King Agrippa to his terrifying shipwreck, Paul’s powerful preaching and example bring amazement and conversion as persecution is answered, again and again, with the ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ray Porter  •  Dion Luther  •  Phil Hubbard  •  Joe Cronin

The Ministry of Paul is a dramatic story of adventure, faith and endurance. From his encounter with King Agrippa to his terrifying shipwreck, Paul’s powerful preaching and example bring amazement and conversion as persecution is answered, again and again, with the ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ray Porter  •  Dion Luther  •  Phil Hubbard  •  Joe Cronin

Elijah (1993)

Ahab, a great king of the Israelites, has fallen under the spell of Jezebel, a daughter of the King of the Sidonians. He has rejected the Israelites' God and embraced Jezebel's religion: the worship of the idol Baal. At Jezebel's command, Ahab has ordered the ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Gregory Snegoff  •  Victor Humphries  •  Ray Porter  •  Paul O'Connor

Ahab, a great king of the Israelites, has fallen under the spell of Jezebel, a daughter of the King of the Sidonians. He has rejected the Israelites' God and embraced Jezebel's religion: the worship of the idol Baal. At Jezebel's command, Ahab has ordered the ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Gregory Snegoff  •  Victor Humphries  •  Ray Porter  •  Paul O'Connor

Samuel the Boy Prophet (1993)

In keeping with her vow, Hannah dedicates her child to God. From his days as a young boy serving Eli, the high priest, to guiding the ancient Israelites, Samuel the prophet stands as an inspiring example of how we, too, can delight in our relationship with God. ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  U. Jonathan Toppo  •  James Arrington  •  Ruth Hale  •  Pat Jackson

In keeping with her vow, Hannah dedicates her child to God. From his days as a young boy serving Eli, the high priest, to guiding the ancient Israelites, Samuel the prophet stands as an inspiring example of how we, too, can delight in our relationship with God. ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  U. Jonathan Toppo  •  James Arrington  •  Ruth Hale  •  Pat Jackson

Esther (1993)

God chooses a young woman, the kind and beautiful Esther, to save her people from destruction. Queen Esther, however, has to risk her life to do God’s will. Esther’s courage and wisdom are rewarded by God as tragedy turns to triumph and celebration for God’s people.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Lisa Hart  •  Barry Kraft  •  U. Jonathan Toppo  •  Ivan Crosland

God chooses a young woman, the kind and beautiful Esther, to save her people from destruction. Queen Esther, however, has to risk her life to do God’s will. Esther’s courage and wisdom are rewarded by God as tragedy turns to triumph and celebration for God’s people.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Lisa Hart  •  Barry Kraft  •  U. Jonathan Toppo  •  Ivan Crosland

Animated Hero Classics: Thomas Edison (1993)

Thomas Edison opens up the laboratory of America’s most celebrated inventor and invites you to explore its secrets. Sprinkled with humor and packed with little-known details about the search for a working electric light bulb, this story will help you see for ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Joe Hilsee  •  Barry Kraft  •  Victor Humphries  •  Paul O'Connor

Thomas Edison opens up the laboratory of America’s most celebrated inventor and invites you to explore its secrets. Sprinkled with humor and packed with little-known details about the search for a working electric light bulb, this story will help you see for ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Joe Hilsee  •  Barry Kraft  •  Victor Humphries  •  Paul O'Connor

Elisha (1994)

Elisha, even though he has self-doubts, accepts God’s commands. Through his obedience and faith, he becomes one of God’s greatest prophets, doing his work and bringing him praise among his people.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Victor Humphries  •  Mike Sharon  •  Barry Kraft  •  Paul O'Connor

Elisha, even though he has self-doubts, accepts God’s commands. Through his obedience and faith, he becomes one of God’s greatest prophets, doing his work and bringing him praise among his people.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Victor Humphries  •  Mike Sharon  •  Barry Kraft  •  Paul O'Connor

David and Goliath (1995)

God works in mysterious ways. When the proud and powerful King Saul disobeys God’s commands, God gives a shepherd’s young son, David, the power to slay the Philistine giant, Goliath. David will be the successor to the mighty Saul.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Andrew Marshall  •  Aldo Billingslea  •  U. Jonathan Toppo  •  Ray Porter

God works in mysterious ways. When the proud and powerful King Saul disobeys God’s commands, God gives a shepherd’s young son, David, the power to slay the Philistine giant, Goliath. David will be the successor to the mighty Saul.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Andrew Marshall  •  Aldo Billingslea  •  U. Jonathan Toppo  •  Ray Porter

Jesus, the Son of God (1995)

People often found themselves speechless when they came face-to-face with the wisdom of Jesus—from the learned rabbis in the temple who were astonished at the words of a 12-year-old Jesus, to the victory over Satan who unsuccessfully tempted the Savior even after ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ivan Crosland  •  Ray Porter  •  Pat Jackson  •  Maikel Bailey

People often found themselves speechless when they came face-to-face with the wisdom of Jesus—from the learned rabbis in the temple who were astonished at the words of a 12-year-old Jesus, to the victory over Satan who unsuccessfully tempted the Savior even after ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ivan Crosland  •  Ray Porter  •  Pat Jackson  •  Maikel Bailey

Follow the Bitch (1996)

A group of single guys meet for their weekly, all male, all-night poker game. One of the regulars invites a woman (Liz) to join and she turns out to be a very good player. Things get more complicated when two of the guys (Ty and Gordon) confide to a third (Andy) ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Julian Stone
CAST:  Michael Cudlitz  •  Ray Porter  •  Dion Luther

A group of single guys meet for their weekly, all male, all-night poker game. One of the regulars invites a woman (Liz) to join and she turns out to be a very good player. Things get more complicated when two of the guys (Ty and Gordon) confide to a third (Andy) ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Julian Stone
CAST:  Michael Cudlitz  •  Ray Porter  •  Dion Luther

Worthy is the Lamb (2004)

Experience the Passion of Christ. Witness the fulfillment of ancient prophecies. Pray with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, “Not my will, but thy will be done.” Feel the betrayal of Judas’ kiss. Endure the trial and crucifixion as Jesus willingly submits. Rejoice ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ivan Crosland  •  Ray Porter  •  John A. Nicolaysen  •  Stephen Cracroft

Experience the Passion of Christ. Witness the fulfillment of ancient prophecies. Pray with Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, “Not my will, but thy will be done.” Feel the betrayal of Judas’ kiss. Endure the trial and crucifixion as Jesus willingly submits. Rejoice ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Richard Rich
CAST:  Ivan Crosland  •  Ray Porter  •  John A. Nicolaysen  •  Stephen Cracroft
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