The film explores the phenomenon of intentional communities, also known as cults, focusing on the 35-year-old ministry of Jim Roberts, known as "The Church" or "The Brotherhood". The secretive organization recruits hundreds of followers who live together in austere communal groups, preaching salvation and damnation, and rejecting the outside world. The film examines the community with a rare insider's view, featuring interviews with former members and revealing the stresses and spiritual longings that lead people to join. It also shows the anguish of parents and loved ones left stunned by the defection of their children and siblings.
God Willing
The movie delves into the inner dynamics of contemporary intentional communities, focusing on "The Church," a 35-year-old ministry established by a charismatic and captivating leader.
