Movies and TvShows featuring "homosexuality-and-religion" theme.
Prayers for Bobby is a heart-wrenching biography drama that tells the true story of a mother's journey from intolerance to acceptance after her teenage son, Bobby, commits suicide because of his struggles with homophobia. Through her grief, she becomes a powerful advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and works to challenge the religious-fanaticism that contributed to her son's tragic event. This movie highlights the importance of love, acceptance, and the consequences of prejudice.
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.
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.
I Am Michael tells the true story of Michael Glatze, a gay activist who becomes a conservative Christian pastor after experiencing a crisis of faith. The film explores themes of identity, sexuality, and the clash between religious beliefs and personal desires.
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.
After a Christian street evangelist gets caught in an elevator with a gay couple, he must confront his own biases and beliefs when they are held at gunpoint. With humor and compassion, he learns to overcome his homophobia and embrace love and acceptance.
Jesus Camp is a documentary that follows a group of evangelical Christian children and their experiences at a summer camp in North Dakota. The film explores the controversial practices and beliefs of the camp, including speaking in tongues, pro-life activism, and the indoctrination of young children. It also delves into the political and social impact of conservative Christian fundamentalism in America.
The Falls follows RJ Smith and Chris Merrill, two young Mormon men who have been sent on a mission they are not prepared for: falling in love with each other. As they struggle to reconcile their feelings with the teachings of their faith, they must navigate the secrets and challenges of a forbidden relationship.
Believer is a documentary that explores the clash between the Mormon Church and the LGBT community in Salt Lake City, Utah. The film follows Dan Reynolds, the lead singer of the rock band Imagine Dragons, as he grapples with his faith and fights for acceptance and love for the LGBT community within the Mormon Church.
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.
For the Bible Tells Me So is a documentary that delves into the complex relationship between religion and homosexuality. It follows the personal stories of several families with LGBTQ children as they navigate their beliefs and the impact it has on their relationships.
My Brother the Devil is a coming-of-age drama about two teenage brothers living in London, caught between their Egyptian heritage and the temptations of the streets. When one brother decides to leave his life of drugs and crime behind, it puts a strain on their relationship and forces them to confront their own identities and desires. As they navigate the challenges of love, friendship, and violence, they discover what it truly means to be brothers.
In 'Save Me,' a man struggling with his homosexual feelings is sent to a Christian conversion therapy center in New Mexico. There, he forms deep connections with the fellow residents and confronts his internalized homophobia. The movie explores themes of friendship, love, religion, and self-discovery.
When Elisabeth, a woman of faith, host of a radio show on a Catholic radio station, devoted to her family and the suffering of the world, is confronted with the pedophilia of priests and the suicide of her son, belief gives way to rage and to violence.
In 1980s Brooklyn, a gay teenager in the Orthodox Jewish community navigates the challenges of his sexual awakening while trying to reconcile his desires with his religious upbringing.
The Falls: Covenant of Grace is a drama and romance movie that explores the challenges faced by two gay Mormon men who struggle with their feelings and their faith. The film follows their journey as they navigate their relationship, confront societal expectations, and grapple with the conflict between their sexual orientation and religious beliefs.
When a feature film is made about them seven years after their break-up, Benjie Nycum visits his ex-boyfriend Michael Glatze and finally tries to get answers about his bewildering shift from gay activist to ex-gay evangelical.
Outing Riley follows Riley, a gay man who must confront his suppressed emotions and hidden desires after his father's death. With the support of his friends and family, Riley embarks on a journey of self-discovery and learns to embrace his true identity.
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God Loves Uganda is a documentary that explores the role played by American evangelical missionaries in the spread of anti-gay sentiments and legislation in Uganda. The film examines the impact of these missionaries on the country's LGBTQ+ community and the dangerous consequences of their efforts.