Terry Larder

As a gay man living in these times (70s-80s) I clearly remember all the characters that flashed up on the screen. The film and script brilliantly captures the times and the turmoil of Gerry Falwell and his Christian Taliban antics as well as Tammy's refusal not to be corralled into their hatred of the LGBT community. The acting of Chastian is outstanding and clearly deserves for her moment in the spotlight collecting the Oscar for best actress this year. It's a film that still resonates today, with Hillsong's Brian Houston doing exactly what Falwell did in the 70s/80s. This film I cannot speak more highly of, and it's a timely lesson that religion and the teaching of Christ is based in tolerance and love not hate. To all involved in this film, I salute you!

I was one of over 300 people crammed into a Western Australian suburban theatre tonight and witnessed something that rarely happens in these troubled times...a five minute sustained applause from all who saw this amazing film. Told with such honesty, it was simply breathtaking, the cast, acting, music and camera work were of the highest quality; but it is the writing and direction of Jonathan that deserves the most acclaim. A film not to be missed and a tale of courage that deserves to told and seen by as many people as possible. My hope is that all who worked on this film be remembered come Academy Award time next year.