Summary: He is best known as the producer of such blockbusters as the "X-Men" trilogy, "The Planet of the Apes," and "The Fantastic Four." He also played a role in bringing "Star Trek" to the silver screen and has produced films such as "Left Behind," "Thr3e," and "The Visitation." His films have collectively grossed over $2 billion. <br><br> As a young man, he worked in youth ministry and considered becoming a pastor. He also produced short films for mission trips and Vacation Bible School, as well as acted in several plays and musicals. However, a job opening at Paramount Pictures set him on the path to success in Hollywood. He is a member of the Directors Guild of America and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. He has also helped along such film schools as the Veracity Project and Biola University, and has lectured at Regent College in Vancouver. <br><br> When he is not working on location, he routinely teaches at Christian conferences and is involved with more than one ministry dedicated to furthering the communication between Hollywood and the religious community. As a devout Presbyterian, he has turned down producing movies that don't promote positive values. He says of his role as a Christian in the movie industry: "I have been placed in this job for a purpose, and I am just trying to make great movies and keep my eyes on God. I don't deserve any praise....It is definitely all God's hand that I get to do this. And who knows how long this will last? He may choose someone else." His name is Ralph Winter.
