Escape from Polygamy
Escape from Polygamy

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Escape from Polygamy

2013
Movie
86 min
English

Recently-widowed Leann and her 17-year-old daughter Julina move into an isolated polygamous compound, where the freethinking Julina meets like-minded Ryder, son of the religious compound’s charismatic Prophet, Ervil.

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IMDb5.5/10
Director: Deon TaylorGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young woman escapes from a secretive and abusive polygamous cult, only to find herself in even greater danger as she tries to build a new life. She is pursued by members of the cult who are determined to bring her back, forcing her to confront her past and fight for her freedom. The film explores themes of control, faith, and the struggle for independence.

Critical Reception

Escape from Polygamy was a made-for-television film that garnered a modest reception. While praised for its attempts to shed light on the difficult realities faced by individuals within closed religious communities, it received mixed reviews for its pacing and dramatic execution. Audiences often responded to the emotional core of the story and the lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for bringing attention to a sensitive and rarely depicted subject matter.

  • Criticized for occasional melodramatic elements and a somewhat predictable narrative.

  • The performances, particularly from the lead, were often highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Audience feedback is not readily available for this television film, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

The film was produced by the Lifetime network, known for its made-for-television movies often focusing on dramatic and social issues.

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