Four years after filming wrapped in the Lehigh Valley, the Daniel Roebuck film “The Hail Mary” premiered to sold-out crowds recently at the Frank Banko Theater, Bethlehem Catholic High School Auditorium and The Roxy Theater in Northampton. The cast, crew, supporters and fans reunited at each of the venues to view the film Roebuck said “took so long because I wanted to get it right.” And “right” he did.
“The Hail Mary” is a love letter of gratitude to the religious sisters who influenced Roebuck since he was a child. Hundreds of supporters arrived for the red carpet events on the one day of the week that brought blue skies and warmer temperatures.
Volunteers set up the tables of merchandise including T-shirts, football bags, magnets and programs. The cast stood for over an hour before each film for fans to get their pictures with them. The cast also mingled throughout the lobby signing programs for fans and taking selfies…