Wild at Heart Films

Documentary: Sound of Redemption: The Frank Morgan Story

Sound of Redemption: The Frank Morgan Story
This documentary film tells the story of Frank Morgan, a prodigal alto sax player who battled drug addiction and nearly 30 years of prison incarceration before a 22 year comeback career. His story and transformation is told through interviews with fellow musicians and people who were close to him, as well as interviews with Frank and clips of his performances. The film was directed by NC Heikin with executive producer Michael Connelly and producer James Egan.

Watch The Official Film Trailer




Interviews @ LA Film Fest Premiere




LA Film Fest Opening Night Party

Sound of Redemption LAFF Opening Night Party
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Scenes from the Frank Morgan Tribute Concert + Q&A

Live performance on Sunday, June 15th, at the Grammy Museum in Downtown Los Angeles.
Frank Morgan Tribute Concert: Image 1

Clips From The Film





Tribute Concert At San Quentin State Prison

Frank Morgan Tribute Concert At San Quentin State Prison
Courtesy of Terrill Lee Lankford. Click for more images.


Sound of Redemption Production & Music Crew

Sound of Redemption Production & Music Crew
L to R: James Egan, producer; Ron Carter, bass; Grace Kelly, sax; NC Heikin, director; Mark Gross, sax; Marvin "Smitty" Smith, drums; George Cables, piano; Delfeayo Marsalis, trombone; Michael Connolly, executive producer

Sound of Redemption: Postcard

Sound of Redemption Postcard

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WILD AT HEART FILMS was founded by James Egan: producer, screenwriter, and a screenwriting professor at the USC Graduate School of Cinematic Arts.