Summaries

Jessica, raised in a fanatical cult, endures brainwashing until her forbidden relationship with Melanie opens her eyes. They face cruel treatment for their 'unnatural' bond, but Jessica's spirit overcomes the oppressive teachings.

Jessica's extraordinarily strong will and heart enables her to rebel against her fanatical, cult-like upbringing. From seven to seventeen Jess is brainwashed to be one of the 'saved', to devote her life to Jesus, to follow the discriminatory teachings of Pastor Finch and his understanding of Revelations. As her warm personality dictates she succeeds in fitting into this regime and spreads the word of Jesus in a fairly content manner. But when her friendship with Melanie develops into something a little more 'unnatural' she easily realizes the error of the Pastors teachings. The girls are subjected to terrible treatment to convince them to repent.[email protected]

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Keywords
  • teenage girl
  • coming of age
  • adoption
  • religious mother
  • redhead girl
Genres
  • Drama
Release date Jan 9, 1990
Countries of origin United Kingdom
Language English
Filming locations Accrington, Lancashire, England, UK
Production companies British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC)

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Tech specs

Runtime 2h 45m
Color Color
Sound mix Stereo
Aspect ratio 1.33 : 1

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