Summaries

When Warren Jeffs rose to Prophet of the Fundamentalist Church of Latter Day Saints, he took control of a religion with a history of polygamous and underage marriage. In a short time, Warren managed to expand these practices and the power of his position in unprecedented ways. He bridged the gap between sister wives and ecclesiastical rape, befuddling the moral compass of his entire congregation. The film examines Warren Jeffs' life and shows how he became a worshiped and adored Prophet. Warren has a devout following numbering in the tens of thousands, many of whom would give their life at any moment with just one word from the Prophet. Despite a trail of abuse and ruined lives, Warren has maintained his grip on power.

Details

Keywords
  • child marriage
  • religious community
  • child rape
  • fundamentalist latter day saints
  • religious school
Genres
  • History
  • Biography
  • Documentary
Release date Sep 17, 2015
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) TV-14
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Colorado, USA
Production companies Imagine Entertainment Artemis Rising Foundation Showtime Documentary Films

Box office

Gross US & Canada $39347
Opening weekend US & Canada $5000
Gross worldwide $39347

Tech specs

Runtime 1h 41m
Color Color
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