Movies and TvShows featuring "cult-deprogrammer" theme.

When a beloved varsity quarterback disappears during the "Satanic Panic" of the late 1980s, a struggling high school heavy metal band of outcasts realize they can capitalize on the town's sudden interest in the occult by building a reputation as a Satanic metal band, until a bizarre series of murders, kidnappings, and reported "supernatural activity" triggers a leather-studded witch hunt that leads directly back to them.

Discover the unsettling truths behind the world's most pivotal events in "The IMPACT." This powerful documentary dives deep into the shadows of global politics and societal control, linking past and present events like never before. From the chilling orchestration behind the 9/11 attacks to the hidden forces in the Ukraine-Russia conflict, "The IMPACT" uncovers the sinister threads woven through decades of deception. Featuring shocking revelations and thought-provoking insights, this film is a must-see for anyone ready to see the world as it truly is, beyond the facade of mainstream narratives. Prepare to have your perspective forever changed.

In Split Image, a young man is recruited into a cult and is brainwashed to the point of losing his own identity. When his family hires a cult deprogrammer to rescue him, they uncover a web of lies and manipulation that ultimately leads to a dramatic confrontation.

Ticket to Heaven is a drama film released in 1981. It tells the story of a young man who gets involved with a religious cult and his struggles to escape from its grip. The movie explores themes of mind control, cult deprogramming, and the strength of family bonds. Set in Toronto, Canada and San Francisco, California, the protagonist goes on a journey of self-discovery and attempts to reunite with his family. Along the way, he faces abduction, sleep deprivation, and encounters a cult deprogrammer. With the help of friends, he ultimately tries to break free from the cult's influence. Ticket to Heaven also portrays the complex relationships between parents and children, particularly the father-son and mother-son dynamics. The film features scenes of playing acoustic guitar and iconic locations such as the Golden Gate Bridge. It is a gripping drama that delves into the psychological effects of brainwashing and the determination to overcome it.

Deprogrammed is a documentary that explores the world of cults and the controversial process of deprogramming. Through interviews with former cult members, cult leaders, and deprogrammers, the film delves into the psychological manipulation and brainwashing tactics used by cults. It also examines the experiences of those who have managed to escape cults and regain control of their lives. With a focus on the stories of individuals involved in groups such as the Moonies and Hare Krishna, Deprogrammed sheds light on the dark side of cults and the efforts made to free people from their grip.

A young girl in search of spiritual enlightenment joins a religious cult, and becomes the focus of a struggle between her family and the group.

A husband-and-wife pair of retired cult deprogrammers experience marital strife when their past catches up with them.

Real life deprogrammers and ex-Moonies reenact one person’s journey into and out of the Unification Church in this compelling docudrama. Moonchild is an eye-opening glimpse of a religious cult from an insider’s point of view.