Movies and TvShows featuring "conversion-therapy" theme.

Ratched is a psychological thriller TV show set in a psychiatric hospital in 1940s, following the story of Nurse Ratched. The show explores themes of mental illness, suspense, and mystery with a body horror twist.

Mistaken for a sex addict by her devout father, Cami is sent to an isolated rehab center. But when a killer begins to hunt the teens, Cami realizes that her survival and her independence are intertwined in ways she could never imagine.

Boy Erased tells the story of Jared, the son of a Baptist pastor in a small American town, who is outed to his parents at age 19. He is faced with an ultimatum: attend a gay conversion therapy program or be permanently estranged from his family, church, and friends. Boy Erased is the true story of one young man's struggle to find himself while being forced to conform to the expectations of others.

A group of teenagers at an LGBTQ+ conversion camp endures unsettling psychological techniques while being stalked by a mysterious masked killer. Whistler, a gay conversion camp, has been in operation by the same family going back generations. Currently the camp is operated by Owen Whistler (Kevin Bacon) and his wife, Dr. Cora Whistler (Carrie Preston). The Whistlers have a small staff of four: activities director Amy, her gay-conversion-camp-alumni-turned-athletics-director boyfriend Zane, groundskeeper Balthazar, and Molly--the camp counselor who uncovers the horrors of Whistler Camp at the bequest of camper Jordan. A fifth employee emerges as a decoy within the campers. Suddenly, employees are picked off in a murder streak by an unknown assailant.

A cheerleader named Megan is sent to a conversion therapy camp when her parents suspect she is a lesbian. There, she forms unexpected relationships and starts questioning her own sexuality.

In 1990s Montana, teenager Cameron is sent to a conversion therapy center called God's Promise after getting caught with another girl. There, she bonds with fellow misfits and begins to question her own sexual identity.

Latter Days is a heartwarming story about a gay man named Christian who falls in love with a closeted Mormon missionary named Aaron. As their relationship develops, both men are faced with the challenges of reconciling their sexuality with their faith.

After completing conversion therapy, a young man named James returns to his small rural hometown of Fair Haven. He faces the challenge of reconnecting with his estranged father, dealing with the repressed memories of his ex-boyfriend, and confronting the religious community that tried to change him. As he tries to come to terms with his past and reconcile with his father, James finds himself caught between his repressed desires and the expectations of others.

Far from Heaven is a melodrama about a housewife in the 1950s who discovers her husband's homosexuality and engages in a forbidden romance with her African-American gardener. The film explores themes of bigotry, racism, and the struggle for acceptance.

When a man comes out as gay to his best friends, they struggle to come to terms with his sexuality and their own attitudes towards homosexuality.

Maurice is a heartwarming drama and romance film based on a novel. It explores the themes of forbidden love, homophobia, and coming of age. Set in Cambridge University in early 20th century England, the movie follows Maurice, a young man struggling with his own sexuality and navigating the pressures of society. As he falls in love with another man, he must face the homophobia and repressive attitudes of the time. With compelling performances and beautiful cinematography, Maurice is a poignant exploration of love, identity, and societal constraints.

Saved! is a comedy drama film about a teenage girl named Mary who attends a Christian high school and finds herself pregnant after she believes she saves her gay boyfriend from being sent to a conversion therapy program. The movie explores themes of religious hypocrisy, intolerance, and the struggles of coming of age.

Pray Away is a powerful documentary that delves into the world of gay conversion therapy, exploring the lives of former leaders and survivors who have renounced the practice. It tackles themes of homophobia, guilt, community, trauma, and the role of religion in shaping beliefs and identities. Through personal stories and interviews, the film sheds light on the harmful effects of conversion therapy and the ongoing struggle for acceptance and equality.

An aspiring clown grappling with her gender identity combats a fascistic caped crusader.

During a robbery at KaDeWe, of all places, a magical encounter occurs between Hedi, a saleswoman in the textile department, and Fritzi, the daughter of KaDeWe owner Adolf Jandorf. It is love at first sight: Against all social and family odds, the two disparate young women begin a passionate relationship. At the same time, Fritzi's older brother and war returnee Harry is fighting for his father's recognition as the new junior manager of KaDeWe - and against his own despair. At Harry's side is Georg, a general manager placed in front of him by his father, who has worked his way up from a poor background to the top echelons of KaDeWe. Georg, of all people, will play a decisive role in the future fate of the department store...

In 1960s Italy, poet Aldo Braibanti is jailed for his love affair with his young student Ettore. As the world turns against him, a journalist fights for the truth amidst secrecy and censorship.

In Shock to the System, a gay detective named Donald Strachey investigates the murder of a prominent politician's wife while dealing with the complexities of his own identity. As he delves deeper into the case, Donald finds himself targeted by a dangerous killer and must navigate a web of deceit and prejudice to uncover the truth. With themes of self-discovery, prejudice, and political intrigue, Shock to the System is a gripping neo-noir crime drama that explores the struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community.

Tremors is a movie that explores the themes of religious homophobia and its impact on family relationships. The story follows a married man in a religious community who begins a homosexual relationship, which leads to an earthquake that shatters the fragile world he has built for himself. The movie delves into the struggle of the protagonist as he tries to navigate the conflict between his sexual orientation and his faith, while facing the consequences of coming out in a homophobic society.

A conservative Southern mother is faced with her worst nightmare when she discovers that her son is gay. Desperate to change him, she enlists the help of a gay stripper and a female impersonator for a hilarious and touching journey of self-discovery.

What happens when a straight boy is put through Conversion Therapy? ARI, an innocent 11-year old boy, is manipulated to believe he is a homosexual by his own father, who happens to run a conversion therapy camp aimed to "fixing" young boys. Twenty five years later, ARI finds himself deeply in love with a woman as he contemplates marriage. But, unable to commit, chronic internalized homophobia pushes him to once again examine his authentic self; questioning if he's struggling with childhood PTSD, or living his life in denial.