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The Passion of Bustillos
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JesC Bustillos is a busy woman. Still, she found time to bring an independent movie to Edwards 21, a refreshing endeavor considering the theater specializes in big name motion pictures and leaves little room for indie films.
"Therese" is a true story about a young French girl who would later become the Little Saint, Saint Therese of Lisieux. Saint Therese is the youngest person ever to be named a saint, a woman who became a nun at age fifteen. She is known for her life lived the "Little Way," a simple belief consisting of "love and trust in God."
Bustillo’s vested interest in the film is layered. She has a long history in radio, film editing, and journalism. She received her bachelors of arts in film production from Hancock College. Bustillos edited film and made some documentaries during her time at Hancock.
In 1979, she became the first female disc jockey, hosting Viva y Religion (Life and Religion). The show presently airs across North America and overseas in Spain.
After coming to Boise she contacted the Boise State communications department hoping to host a show with Boise State radio. Peter Lutze and Susan Randall saw what a valuable edition Bustillos would be to the communications department and asked her to become an honorary member.
Bustillos also has a strong admiration for Saint Therese. The life of this young girl, born in 1873, has impacted Bustillos along with the lives of other practicing Catholics. Mother Theresa even took her name from the Little Saint, and based much of her ministry from the life of Therese.
The movie opened last Saturday at noon, with a small turnout. The movie is small, and most likely will not run for very long. Its stay will be determined by how long people continue to purchase tickets. With that said, there is no time better than now to catch it.
The value of "Therese" coming to Boise is apparent. Firstly, it has inherent value in the fact that it is an independent film, a valuable art form in society. Next, the story of this saint has influenced many people practicing one of the United States’ largest religions. Watching the movie is a glimpse into the culture of Catholicism. Lastly, it is rare to watch on screen the life of a person who completely and willing sacrifices a comfortable existence in pursuit of something higher, especially when the person spoken of is literally a child.
Though not a mainstream movie in any sense of the phrase, it is a piece of history and culture that will surely interest moviegoers with open minds.
Jana Hoffman
Culture Writer