The true story of the students of Brigham Young University's queer underground, as they lit the school's iconic "Y" in rainbow colors. But, A Long Way From Heaven does a lot more than tell the story of the Rainbow Y. It outlines the history of queer treatment at BYU - the good (where it exists), the bad, and the very, very ugly. The film combines new, original footage with a huge variety of historical images, videos, newspaper articles, and other mixed media from every conceivable source to tell the story of BYU's queer students, and the bravery and risks they constantly take to make their voices heard.
The Mormondalorian is an all-new tale about the famed Mormon (For lack of a demonym) missionary Elder Mando, who is unwillingly paired with rookie Elder Grogu on a search to find the lost Elder Kurtz. Along for the ride are Han Solo, Baptist Fett, and Jedi Bob, all keys to the puzzle of the missing missionary. The Mormondalorian was written and directed by Michael Tetto and stars Ryder Gold, Luke Cypher, Kenny Holmes, Noah Vreeland, Michael Tetto, Ammon Shepherd, and esteemed cosplayer Stefen Altau, with editing provided by Ammon Shepherd and Joseph Tetto. Any and all music used in the film is widely available and open for public use, probably.
A 30-minute mockumentary special, and sequel to the original Sons of Provo, revealing the secrets of bands who have come and gone. The extended story of EVERCLEAN is told through interviews with family, friends, and fans of EVERCLEAN who tell of the rise and success of the famous Mormon boy band, and ultimately, the fall and breakup.
Two Latter-day Saint Missionaries bring a Book of Mormon to a wicked lady.
A photomontage telling the story of Jamie’s life from his birth to the moment his mother dies unexpectedly.
Green Flake, a southern slave, joins Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints as a child. Later on in his life he is sent to pave the way to what is now the Salt Lake Valley and his faith sustains him.
Corianton is unsure of his father Alma's religious teachings until God strikes down a religious foe. Converted, he becomes a successful missionary until seduced by the harlot Isabel. Struck with guilt, he runs away until discovered by his brother Shiblon who is then killed. While mourning, Corianton has a vision of Jesus and leads his people in victorious battle.
A homeless, gay 17-year-old, fleeing Mormon conversion therapy, is taken under the wing of an 18-year-old, brash, Black trans sex worker. They create a competition to see who can first contract HIV, in order to secure state benefits and escape the vicious underbelly of homelessness in Atlanta.
What do UFOs, witchcraft, Mormons, voodoo, Freemasons, satanism, H.P. Lovecraft, and several other curiosities have in common? You guessed it, aliens! Allow 9th degree Crackpot Bill Schnoebelen to take you on his dark journey from the giant creature-ridden wastes of the Wisconsin fields to sacrificial pain alters on the moons of Saturn and beyond. Recorded during the Ancient of Days conference in Roswell, NM in 2005.
"An Ensign to the Nations" was made by the LDS Church's Audiovisual Department, with Russ Holt as the producer. With so much attention paid to the early history of the church during its sesquicentennial year, Holt said the movie depicts church history from 1847 to 1997. It makes clear that the pioneer trek wasn't the end - but rather the beginning - of an epic story that continues to grow larger with each passing year.
When the batteries on her trusty 'pink rabbit' vibrator go flat, a frisky young house wife is forced to improvise to get her rocks off. Just when all seems futile, God answers her prayers.
Follow a young Mormon as he gives up 2 years of his life and goes off to convert the people. For 20-year-old Josh Field, it's an emotional journey full of sacrifice.
"Standing for something" took on a whole new meaning for Mario Facione when he stood face to face with the Mob Boss of the Detroit Mafia. Realizing that he could not serve two masters, Mario asked to be allowed out - to be allowed to live - as mob hitmen stood around anxious to "put him in the pit." Facione's convictions led him to a whole new life in the gospel of Jesus Christ - one of love, Christian family life, and temple covenants. Through this documentary detailing the biography of Facione and his experiences, learn more about the man behind Mafia to Mormon and his singular life. His story is an extraordinary journey through the darkness into light.
Join Mary and Ty on a delightful musical adventure as they discover their pioneer heritage and an amazing new friend, while sharing favorite Primary songs. A magical tale children will relive over and over.
A fantasia of post-indoctrination, immigration, and iconography. A pageant of wanderers and searchers: Mormon missionaries, a pioneer, polygamists, scouts, hunters, church-goers, and an aspiring prophet walk and walk and walk. A pilgrimage of memory, history, ancestry, and place.
It's A Miracle, the musical stage play that has convinced hundreds of young men to serve missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Premiering in 1981 before almost 2,000 missionaries from the MTC and 4 sold-out BYU Education Week audiences, It's A Miracle went on to become one of the most successful LDS touring productions ever, travelling through 33 states between 1981 and 1984. This play has touched the hearts of thousands of all faiths, bringing them a broader understanding of their LDS friends and neighbors. Based on true experiences, It's A Miracle tells the story of Michael Drake's struggle in making his decision to serve a mission and some of the results of that decision. The fun, frolicking and heartwarming moments make this show of interest to all ages. It's A Miracle was taped before live audiences at Timpview High School in Provo, Utah, during its two final performances in October, 1984. –ldsfilm.com
In celebration of the completion and dedication of the Provo City Center Temple, BYUtv created an original one-hour program, Beauty for Ashes: The Story of the Provo City Center Temple, to commemorate the fascinating history and cultural significance of the building. Expert commentary and touching personal stories paint an inspiring and interesting picture of the Provo City Center Temple as not only a building, but a miraculous symbol of resilience and rebirth.
While seething mobs converged around them, the Prophet Joseph and his brethren quietly submitted themselves to imprisonment in Carthage Jail. Now, as never before, audiences are invited to witness the events of the days preceding the martyrdom. Based on documents handed down through the generations, Carthage offers a glimpse into the turmoil and testimony of the men whose place in history was forever defined by what was to come - a jailer seeking to protect his charges, a governor caught between the persecuted and their persecutors, and a group of Saints whose faith and brotherhood stands as the ultimate witness of the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Although believing that doing so will cause her own death, a young girl willingly donates blood for her injured brother.