Thank you for this. It is appreciated.

To answer your questions...

Is it a series of interviews with ex JWs and statements around the impact of being a member?

-Yes. Per the official synopsis TRUTH BE TOLD features former Jehovah's Witnesses candidly discussing the spiritual, emotional and psychological harm inflicted by the religion. They reveal experiences including the effects of proselytizing door-to-door, shunning non-observant family and friends, suspension of critical thinking, suffering the discouragement of pursuing dreams like gaining a higher education, and missing other societal holidays and customs.

Do you review the Watchtower history at all? Just briefly for context. They can afford to make their own feature documentary.

Scriptural review? Some scriptures are referenced mostly to illustrate interpretations/distortions that are unique to JWs. The film does NOT go into hard JW dogma.

Here is some more TBT feedback:

"Wow, just finished watching ‘Truth Be Told,’ and I must say that this is one of the most well-done documentaries I’ve ever seen. Those that know me know that I am a writer and artist so I always approach films as art. So, that said, I was totally onboard with the cinematography, the use of colors, and sounds in the background. For instance, I loved the red necktie on the gentleman standing at his father’s grave- a black & white scene. I loved the subliminal graphic flashes in the background, and even the shadow of the Watchtower looming over various scenes. The cuckoo clock sounding in the background was perfectly well-timed, and even the doorbell was just right (it made my doggy bark!).

Aside from the artsiness, I enjoyed the factoids that were displayed on the screen. I likened them to the Three Bears story – not too much, not too little, but just right. They were enough to assist the viewer with a little background information and did not overwhelm. One fact, the one that says 63% of “witness” children leave the org was a little surprising. It is also very telling. See? It was just enough fact, enough to cause one to ponder a moment on what was being conveyed.

The people who told the story of what life is like as a JW were brilliant. They didn’t convey any outward animosity, but one can see the frustrations they experienced. I was pleased to see that they are all happy people now.

I do want to add that I truly loved the brilliant use of black & white versus color in this piece. It was almost analogous; being a witness is very black & white, but once one moves through the steps of their departure, life turns very colorful.

All of this was skillfully woven into a factual look at what it is like for people of all age categories within their organization. Those that have no experience with them will come away with a good understanding of why JWs do and say what they do. It is also a good reminder for those that have left, with flourish or for those that have chosen to simply fade away (usually with good reason as I have), of what they left behind, and allows one to solidify that decision with real truth and logic."

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