Isaiah Wright has some growing up to do. A year out of high school with no plans for his future, Isaiah is challenged by his single mom and a successful businessman to start charting a better course for his life. Through the prayers of his mother and a prayer warrior named Miss Clara, as well as biblical discipleship from his new mentor, Isaiah begins to discover God’s purpose for his life is so much more than he could hope for or imagine. From the Kendrick Brothers, the creators of the No. 1 hit WAR ROOM, comes THE FORGE, a faith-filled new movie with familiar friends and inspiring new twists.Aspen Kennedy, hailing from Memphis, Tennessee, shines as an emerging star driven by his deep faith. He captured hearts with his role as "Marcus" in Kirk Franklin's The Night Before Christmas, breaking records with 2 million viewers on premiere night. Aspen's upcoming debut in The Forge (Sony Pictures) marks his leap to the silver screen, set for nationwide release in August 2024. He also appears on BET's Kingdom Business, drawn to roles that reflect human triumphs and vulnerabilities. Beyond entertainment, Aspen sees storytelling as a path to healing and empathy, guided by his faith in Jesus Christ, illuminating others with God's light.