Beyond Our Ken
2008 · Movie · 88 min · ★ 8.1
A film crew gains rare access to a controversial spiritual group as its leaders face public criticism and ongoing legal battles. Through candid interviews and observational footage, the documentary contrasts how the organization sees itself with how outsiders and the media portray it.
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Details
- Years
- 2008
- Release date
- 2008-09-17
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 88 min
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you like documentaries that sit with controversy and let people speak for themselves, similar to Lasseter's Bones; Not for you if you want clear answers, quick pacing, or a simple good-versus-bad story.
Pros: rare behind-the-scenes access; candid interviews; thought-provoking ambiguity | Cons: limited outside perspectives; heavy subject matter; may feel unresolved
Themes
- cult
Cast & crew
Directed by Melissa Maclean, Luke Walker