For the Bible Tells Me So

[moominmuppet]

So I finally decide to post something, and LJ goes down? How unfair! OK, back now.

Anyway, quick movie recommendation. For the Bible Tells Me So is really quite well-done, and is tailored specifically for GLBT folks trying to open communication with their (religious) families. It also presents a wide range of christian views on GLBT issues, which could be very helpful for those whose families have only heard the most conservative and negative. It's worth noting that although it mentions bi and trans folk, they're generally not directly addressed in the movie, nor are the particular complexities that they/we present in terms of coming out discussions. Still, it's an engaging piece of work, and I can see definitely helping in its stated goals (in the special features) of helping GLBT folks talk with their friends and families when christian religious issues are a central problem. Additionally, the parents, regardless of where they are in coming to terms with their child's orientation, are presented fairly and compassionately, too.

Be aware that there are a few very disturbing images in the movie of people who've been gaybashed, and one of the daughter of an interviewee, who committed suicide. It's not a large portion of the movie, but they were obviously trying to drive home the point.

Comments

[ocean-song.livejournal.com]

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[moominmuppet.livejournal.com]

My email to you bounced for some reason. Do you want to drop me a line at sarah.whitman.young at gmail? Then I can just include my message in my reply.

[lunatickle.livejournal.com]

I just saw this recently and I agree on all counts. Not terribly complex, but a great start. I could see (semi-)/progressive congregations using it in Sunday School classes. It was fun to watch and made me feel a little "yeah, that's why this is important" passion flare.

[moominmuppet.livejournal.com]

It was fun to watch and made me feel a little "yeah, that's why this is important" passion flare.

*grin* Me too. And I couldn't help getting warm and fuzzy about some of the parents.