

‘Book of Mormon Videos’ producers on making the series and the truths found in sacred scripture
Jul 2, 2024
Elder Dale G. Renlund, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, oversees the production of the ‘Book of Mormon Videos’ series. He discusses the significance of reaching the milestone of distributing 200 million copies of the Book of Mormon and launching its final season. The producers share behind-the-scenes stories, including miraculous challenges faced during filming and the emotional dedication of the cast. They dive into personal connections to scripture and how its teachings inspire hope and faith in contemporary life.
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Miraculous Casting
- The casting director, Elisa Anglesey, consistently found actors for challenging roles, seemingly miraculously.
- Each season, she expressed doubt, yet always discovered the perfect fit, like Ray Fujikawa for Mormon.
Casting the Savior
- Anthony Butters, cast as the Savior, was discovered in New Zealand after a wide search.
- Aaron Merrell felt impressed by his audition, and Jaelan Petrie confirmed the choice after meeting him.
Multiple Jesuses
- Different actors portrayed Jesus Christ to avoid fixating on a single image.
- This approach, directed by the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, prevents limiting perceptions of Christ's appearance.