Between Borders
In a crumbling Soviet Union, the Petrosyan family finds themselves as outcasts—wherever they go. Their Armenian heritage marks them for discrimination, first in their home country of Azerbaijan and then in Russia. After finding their eternal hope through a church planted by American missionaries, the hostility of everyday life pushes them to seek refuge in the United States. In the shadow of exile, hope became their home. Based on a riveting true story of faith and hope set amidst great oppression.
Between Borders
Cast & Crew
ELIZABETH TABISH
Violetta Petrosyan
Elizabeth Tabish is an actress renowned her role as Mary Magdalene in The Chosen. She starred in The Shift and has appeared in the TV series The Son and Panic, and the films Christmas With The Chosen: The Messengers and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Elizabeth is also an award-winning filmmaker.
PATRICK SABONGUI
Ivan Petrosyan
Patrick Sabongui’s acting roles include The Flash, Godzilla, and 300. He was a series regular on The Art of More and appeared in six episodes of Homeland. He is currently a regular on The Hunting Party. Patrick is also a writer, producer, and director of several award-winning short films and plays.
ELIZABETH MITCHELL
Carrie Whitlow
Elizabeth Mitchell had a lead role in Sound Of Hope, and she can be seen on the Netflix smash series Outer Banks and The Santa Clauses for Disney+ (reprising her role as Mrs. Clause from the film trilogy). She also starred in First Kill, The Expanse, V, Revolution, and as Dr. Juliet Burke on Lost.
STELIO SAVANTE
Duane
With 140 credits, multilingual Stelio Savante is a prolific actor. He won a SAG Award and an American Movie Award. His credits include Infidel, Running for Grace, Nefarious, Fresh Kills, and The Chosen. Stelio has produced more than a dozen films and is the lead producer of the play 110 Stories.
MARK FREIBURGER
Writer / Director / Producer
Mark Freiburger is an accomplished director and writer in film, commercials, and stage productions. He directed the indie feature Dog Days Of Summer, wrote and produced The Trial, and was a contributing writer of Ordinary Angels. He is a graduate of the prestigious UNCSA School of Filmmaking.
ISAAC NORRIS
Writer / Producer
Isaac Norris is a writer and producer in the documentary, commercial, and feature-film fields. His passion is sharing true stories about God at work in the world. The head of development for StoryLight Productions, Isaac brings a unique blend of creative vision and spiritual depth to his projects.
“Between Borders is a moving and momentous cinematic achievement with good production values and talented storytelling.”
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Movieguide® Review
“What an amazing and compelling movie. Excellent writing, directing and acting.”
Isaac Hernandez,
Isaac Hernandez, TV Show Host, “Faith on Film”
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TV Show Host, “Faith on Film”
“Between Borders is a powerful and moving film that is sure to inspire you while challenging your thinking. You are drawn into the faith, love, and tenacity of this family set in the harshness of everyday living which makes this the can’t-miss movie of 2025!”
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Mary Jean-Louis,
Executive Director
Int’l Christian Film & Music Festival
“Between Borders is a deeply moving film that will make you consider the importance of family, community, and faith in God. I was challenged to evaluate my personal thoughts about those who are rejected and looking for a place to call home. Will God find us faithful to treat such people as if they were Jesus Himself?”
Dr. Scott Rainey, Lead Pastor, Huntington, Indiana, First Church of the Nazarene
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“Between Borders is a film that explores the strength of family, the power of faith, and the journey of overcoming life’s challenges with your loved ones by your side. You will want to cherish this experience with your family.”
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Armen Karaoghlanian,
Founder & CEO, Armenian Film Society
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