Their fate was identical: death. Their view of themselves radically different. One, a lifelong criminal and a rebel against the Roman occupation, is resigned to his execution. The other, a lifelong rabbinical student and peacemaker, refuses to accept the judgment he faces. As their history is revealed, these tow Jewish prisoners lead viewers to uncommon grace and a chance at redemption. The second short film from Vertical Church Films (The Ride), Once We Were Slaves will grip your heart with an intriguing perspective never before captured on film.