Pray Away
Released 5 years ago in 2021. Pray Away is a documentary film. directed by Kristine Stolakis.
Starring Julie Rodgers, Randy Thomas, and Yvette Cantu Schneider
Synopsis
In the 1970s, five men struggling with being gay in their Evangelical church started a bible study to help each other leave the "homosexual lifestyle." They quickly received over 25,000 letters from people asking for help and formalized as Exodus International, the largest and most controversial conversion therapy organization in the world. But leaders struggled with a secret: their own “same-sex attractions” never went away. After years as Christian superstars in the religious right, many of these men and women have come out as LGBTQ, disavowing the very movement they helped start. Focusing on the dramatic journeys of former conversion therapy leaders, current members, and a survivor, PRAY AWAY chronicles the “ex gay" movement’s rise to power, persistent influence, and the profound harm it causes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 16, 2021
4 years ago
Runtime
1h 41m
101 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (101 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Blumhouse Productions
- Lamplighter Films
- Naked Edge Films
- Cinereach
- Chicken & Egg Films
- Secret Sauce Media
- Women Make Movies
- Cinetic Media
- Ryan Murphy Television
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pray Away about?
In the 1970s, five men struggling with being gay in their Evangelical church started a bible study to help each other leave the "homosexual lifestyle." They quickly received over 25,000 letters fro...
Who directed Pray Away?
Pray Away was directed by Kristine Stolakis.
How long is Pray Away?
Pray Away has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was Pray Away released?
Pray Away was released on June 16, 2021 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Pray Away?
The main cast of Pray Away includes Julie Rodgers, Randy Thomas, Yvette Cantu Schneider, John Paulk, Jeffrey McCall.
Is Pray Away worth watching?
Pray Away has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 101 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.