For the Bible Tells Me So (2007): Ratings, Box Office & Plot
For the Bible Tells Me So is a 2007 documentary directed by Daniel G. Karslake. It earned $312,751 worldwide. Critics gave it 98% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.8/10.
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- Director
- Daniel G. Karslake
- Genre
- Documentary
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English - Studio
- First Run Features
- After the credits
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What Is For the Bible Tells Me So About?
The premise of For the Bible Tells Me So without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Five families, including those of Richard Gephardt and Gene Robinson, confront the challenges of raising a gay child. The film explores how faith leaders and scholars offer perspectives on reconciling biblical teachings with unconditional love and acceptance. It's a moving examination of faith, understanding, and healing for individuals and communities wrestling with questions of scripture and sexual identity, offering a path toward greater compassion and acceptance.
For the Bible Tells Me So Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- homosexuality and religion
- gay
- homophobia
- homosexuality
- gay conversion
- gay stereotype
- homosexuality and the bible
- gay friendly church
- homosexual history
- gay slur
- gay kiss
- gay couple
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- gay husband
- gay father
- gay parent
- gay teenager
- gay son
- gay relationship
- gay priest
- gay love
- gay kid
- gay history
- gay bashing
- religious family
- religious homophobia
- religion and spirituality documentary
- right
- theologian
- protestant
- christian
- science
- bible
- religion
- marriage
- lesbian
- coming out
- christianity
- reference to the old testament
- conversion therapy
- ordination
- candidate
- political candidate
- religious leader
- hate mail
- activism
- activist
- reparative therapy
- ex gay
- politician
- stereotype
The Director of For the Bible Tells Me So
Directed by Daniel G. Karslake.
- Director Daniel G. Karslake
More from Daniel G. Karslake
One more film directed by Daniel G. Karslake: For They Know Not What They Do.
For the Bible Tells Me So Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave For the Bible Tells Me So 98% on Rotten Tomatoes and 73 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.8/10.
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IMDb 7.8 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 98% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 90%
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Metacritic 73 Metascore
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TMDB 71% User score
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For the Bible Tells Me So Plot Summary
What happens in For the Bible Tells Me So from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 10 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
The filmmakers delve into the complexities surrounding traditional Biblical teachings on homosexuality. Through various anecdotes from families who are either accepting or at least tolerant of homosexual relationships, they present a perspective that challenges conventional interpretations. They also seek insights from liberal clergy who engage in discussions regarding scriptural texts.
Full summary
The whole story of For the Bible Tells Me So, scene by scene
For the Bible Tells Me So Box Office
For the Bible Tells Me So grossed $312,751 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$312.8K
- US & Canada
- $312.8K
For the Bible Tells Me So Trailers & Videos
The trailer of For the Bible Tells Me So.
How Well Do You Know For the Bible Tells Me So?
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For the Bible Tells Me So Also Known As
9 alternative titles, including “Kata tas grafas” and “Zbawienie dla gejów”.
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- Kata tas grafas
- Zbawienie dla gejów
- Está Na Bíblia!
- PORQUE A BÍBLIA ASSIM ME DIZ
- Im Namen der Bibel
- Jer mi tako Biblija kaže
- Κατά τας Γραφάς
- Ибо сказано в Библии
- כתוב בתורה
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For the Bible Tells Me So FAQ: Box Office & Release Date
Release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of For the Bible Tells Me So, each answered in a sentence.
When was For the Bible Tells Me So released?
For the Bible Tells Me So was released on October 5, 2007.
Who directed For the Bible Tells Me So?
For the Bible Tells Me So was directed by Daniel G. Karslake.
More films by Daniel G. Karslake How much did For the Bible Tells Me So make at the box office?
For the Bible Tells Me So grossed $312,751 worldwide.
How is For the Bible Tells Me So rated?
For the Bible Tells Me So has 7.8/10 on IMDb, 98% on Rotten Tomatoes, 73 on Metacritic and 71% on TMDB.
Does For the Bible Tells Me So have a post-credit scene?
No. For the Bible Tells Me So has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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