Yes, “I’m Not Ashamed” is based on the true story of Rachel Scott, who was one of the students killed in the Columbine High School shooting in 1999. The movie dramatizes Rachel’s life and faith leading up to the tragedy.
What is the true story behind the movie I'm Not Ashamed (2016)?
The movie “I’m Not Ashamed” is based on the true story of Rachel Scott, one of the students killed in the Columbine High School shooting in 1999.
Rachel was known for her strong Christian faith and her desire to make a positive impact on the world. Before her death, she wrote a series of journals and letters that were later published as “Rachel’s Tears: 10 Years After Columbine…Rachel Scott’s Faith Lives On” in 2009.
The movie tells the story of Rachel’s life, her struggles with faith and her journey of self-discovery, leading up to her death at the hands of the Columbine shooters. The film also explores the impact of her death on her family and friends, and the legacy she left behind.
While the movie takes some artistic liberties and fictionalizes some aspects of Rachel’s story, it remains a poignant tribute to a young woman whose faith and courage continue to inspire people around the world.
Are there any books about the true story behind the movie I'm Not Ashamed (2016)?
Yes, there is a book titled “The Journals of Rachel Scott: A Journey of Faith at Columbine High” by Beth Nimmo and Debra Klingsporn which served as the inspiration for the movie “I’m Not Ashamed”. This book tells the true story of Rachel Scott, the first student killed in the Columbine High School shooting in 1999, and her journey of faith leading up to the tragedy.
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