Tell the World
Tell the World

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Tell the World

2019
Movie
45 min
English

"People started to literally disappear, communities were being emptied of adult men and women." China researcher It's a remote corner of the world, but what is taking place there is nothing short of breathtaking. "My older brother, younger brothers and two younger sisters, five siblings were all taken by... masked police. Heavily armed Special Forces police raided their home and taken (sic) them by covering their face and shackling them in front of the kids." Australian Uyghur

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: Peter O. MillerGenres: Documentary, History

Plot Summary

This documentary delves into the tumultuous history of the early Seventh-day Adventist Church, focusing on the complex and often controversial figure of Ellen G. White. It explores the prophetic claims, theological disputes, and internal struggles that shaped the movement during its formative years. The film examines the biblical interpretations and apocalyptic expectations that drove its fervent followers.

Critical Reception

Tell the World received a generally positive reception from critics, who lauded its thorough research and balanced presentation of a divisive historical period. While some found it to be dense at times, the documentary was praised for its objective approach to the origins of a significant religious movement.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its detailed historical account of the Seventh-day Adventist Church's early days.

  • Appreciated for its objective exploration of Ellen G. White's role and influence.

  • Considered an informative, albeit at times dense, look into religious history.

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Fun Fact

The documentary utilizes a combination of archival footage, dramatic reenactments, and interviews with historians and theologians to bring the complex history to life.

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